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Charming Austrian Bronze of a Farmer Girl
For sale by Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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Charming Austrian Bronze of a Farmer Girl

19th century
Description

A pretty Austrian “Vienna” BRONZE FIGURE which depicts a young girl, wearing a Dutch bonnet and holding a rake in her hands behind her. It is mounted on a shaped and well-figured marble base and is indistinctly signed by the sculptor, and “Wien” (for Vienna). 8ins (20cms) high including the base.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Austrian Bronze Farmer Girl to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235383
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5525/k
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Description
A pretty Austrian “Vienna” BRONZE FIGURE which depicts a young girl, wearing a Dutch bonnet and holding a rake in her hands behind her.
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It is mounted on a shaped and well-figured marble base and is indistinctly signed by the sculptor, and “Wien” (for Vienna).
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

8ins (20cms) high including the base.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Austrian Bronze Farmer Girl to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235383
Dealers Internal Ref
5525/k
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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Archive I A patinated bronze figurine depicting a young farmer girl holding a rake, mounted on a dark marble pedestal base.

Charming Austrian Bronze of a Farmer Girl

Archive II A patinated bronze figurine depicting a young farmer girl holding a rake, mounted on a dark marble pedestal base. View II
Archive III A patinated bronze figurine depicting a young farmer girl holding a rake, mounted on a dark marble pedestal base. View III
Archive IV A patinated bronze figurine depicting a young farmer girl holding a rake, mounted on a dark marble pedestal base. View IV
Archive V A patinated bronze figurine depicting a young farmer girl holding a rake, mounted on a dark marble pedestal base. View V
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Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
Telephone 01225 315 727 or 07980 951198
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Bath
BA1 2JS
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Items For Sale 155
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Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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A patinated bronze figurine depicting a young farmer girl holding a rake, mounted on a dark marble pedestal base.
CHARMING AUSTRIAN BRONZE OF A FARMER GIRL
Ref: SA1235383
A patinated bronze figurine depicting a young farmer girl holding a rake, mounted on a dark marble pedestal base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVienna Bronze
  • MaterialBronze, Marble
  • ColourWarm Brown, Black
  • MotifsFigurative subject, integrated miniature rake, bonnet attire, plinth base
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Austrian bronzes, frequently associated with Vienna foundries, gained international acclaim during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Artisans specialised in detailed figurative works, rural subjects, and cold-painted miniature statues produced for European decorative markets.

These sculptures are created using cast bronze, an alloy predominantly made of copper and tin, constructed via the lost-wax method. The bronze is finished with acid-applied patinas or enamels and is commonly mounted on marble or onyx bases.

Authentic pieces exhibit precise casting detail, crisp tooling along clothing and hair, and natural wear patterns on high points. They often feature foundry stamps or artist signatures near the base, along with appropriate weight consistent with solid bronze.

Position a small bronze statuette on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table to serve as a tactile, classical accent. Pairing dark patinated metal with lighter contemporary textures creates balanced visual contrast within modern interiors.

Maintain the surface by dusting gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or horsehair brush. Occasional application of a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax will protect the patina from moisture and oxidisation without damaging the underlying metal.
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