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Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C
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Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C

1900 - 1920
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Description

A beautiful Art Deco sculpture of a nude dancer by Josef Lorenzl, dating from Circa 1920.

The decorative green patinated bronze sculpture is signed on the bronze circular base "LORENZL", and the figure is raised on a decorative green onyx base typical of Lorenzl.

This high-quality hot cast solid bronze was produced using the traditional "lost wax" process, otherwise known as the "cire perdue" method.

This is a splendid bronze sculpture, and it will no doubt become the centrepiece of your collection.

Condition:

In excellent condition. As an antique item, the piece shows signs of use commensurate with age; these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy, and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, it displays beautifully.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 21 cm x Width 15 cm x Depth 6 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 8 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 2 inches

Josef Lorenzl (1 September 1892 – 15 August 1950)

was an Austrian sculptor and ceramicist of the Art Deco period.

While at the Vienna Arsenal, Lorenzl produced many bronze and chryselephantine sculptures, and captivated by the female form, he became famed for his shapely dancing girls with long, elegant legs and closed eyes. These pieces of his were signed "Enzl", "Lor", "R. Lor", "Renz" or "Renzl". Occasionally the name "Crejo" appears on his pieces, Crejo having been a painter and one of Lorenzl's friends, and who sometimes applied colour to the pieces. These joint works are sought-after items. The large majority of Lorenzl's figurines were attached to Brazilian green onyx plinths.

Lorenzl's talents also extended to being a gifted ceramicist. He produced pieces for Goldscheider, working from a studio on company grounds. As with his chryselephantine pieces, his ceramic works were in great demand and became the embodiment of the Art Déco period. Famous amongst these is "The Butterfly Girl" after the famous dancer Niddy Impekoven from the 1920s. Lorenzl also worked for two other Viennese firms, Porzellanfabrik Hertwig & Co. and Keramos Porcelain.

'Keramos' or 'Wiener Kunst-Keramik und Porzellan Manufaktur AG' was founded in 1910 by several disabled war veterans, subsidised by Austria, and later became a public company, directed by Otto Köller and Rudolf and Heinrich Wolf. It was located in Schwarze Adlerstiege, while the factory operated from 17 Schleiergasse.

Our reference: A5432

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Art Deco Bronze Dancer to the 1920s.

Independent Date Check ID 09714699
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques Date1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-110 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1920s:
Signed LORENZL on the bronze rim: the recorded signature of the Viennese sculptor.
Cold-painted finish rubbed through to metal on the foot and hip: decades of gentle handling.
Waisted green onyx plinth: standard mounting used on Austrian figures of the 1920s.
Elongated limbs and cropped bobbed hairstyle: hallmark styling of the high Art Deco era.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1244957
Dealers Internal Reference
A5432
Description
A beautiful Art Deco sculpture of a nude dancer by Josef Lorenzl, dating from Circa 1920.
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The decorative green patinated bronze sculpture is signed on the bronze circular base "LORENZL", and the figure is raised on a decorative green onyx base typical of Lorenzl.
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fig 1. An Art Deco green-painted bronze statuette of a dancing female figure posed gracefully atop a square green onyx base.
fig 1. Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C

This high-quality hot cast solid bronze was produced using the traditional "lost wax" process, otherwise known as the "cire perdue" method.

This is a splendid bronze sculpture, and it will no doubt become the centrepiece of your collection.

fig 2. An Art Deco green-painted bronze statuette of a dancing female figure posed gracefully atop a square green onyx base.
fig 2. Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C

Condition:

In excellent condition. As an antique item, the piece shows signs of use commensurate with age; these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy, and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, it displays beautifully.

fig 3. An Art Deco green-painted bronze statuette of a dancing female figure posed gracefully atop a square green onyx base.
fig 3. Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C

Dimensions in cm:

Height 21 cm x Width 15 cm x Depth 6 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 8 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 2 inches

Josef Lorenzl (1 September 1892 – 15 August 1950)

was an Austrian sculptor and ceramicist of the Art Deco period.

fig 4. An Art Deco green-painted bronze statuette of a dancing female figure posed gracefully atop a square green onyx base.
fig 4. Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C

While at the Vienna Arsenal, Lorenzl produced many bronze and chryselephantine sculptures, and captivated by the female form, he became famed for his shapely dancing girls with long, elegant legs and closed eyes. These pieces of his were signed "Enzl", "Lor", "R. Lor", "Renz" or "Renzl". Occasionally the name "Crejo" appears on his pieces, Crejo having been a painter and one of Lorenzl's friends, and who sometimes applied colour to the pieces. These joint works are sought-after items. The large majority of Lorenzl's figurines were attached to Brazilian green onyx plinths.

fig 5. An Art Deco green-painted bronze statuette of a dancing female figure posed gracefully atop a square green onyx base.
fig 5. Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C

Lorenzl's talents also extended to being a gifted ceramicist. He produced pieces for Goldscheider, working from a studio on company grounds. As with his chryselephantine pieces, his ceramic works were in great demand and became the embodiment of the Art Déco period. Famous amongst these is "The Butterfly Girl" after the famous dancer Niddy Impekoven from the 1920s. Lorenzl also worked for two other Viennese firms, Porzellanfabrik Hertwig & Co. and Keramos Porcelain.

fig 6. An Art Deco green-painted bronze statuette of a dancing female figure posed gracefully atop a square green onyx base.
fig 6. Antique Art Deco Bronze Nude Dancer Josef Lorenzl C1920 20th C

'Keramos' or 'Wiener Kunst-Keramik und Porzellan Manufaktur AG' was founded in 1910 by several disabled war veterans, subsidised by Austria, and later became a public company, directed by Otto Köller and Rudolf and Heinrich Wolf. It was located in Schwarze Adlerstiege, while the factory operated from 17 Schleiergasse.

Our reference: A5432

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Art Deco Bronze Dancer to the 1920s.

Independent Date Report ID 09714699
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques dating1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-110 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1920s:
Signed LORENZL on the bronze rim: the recorded signature of the Viennese sculptor.
Cold-painted finish rubbed through to metal on the foot and hip: decades of gentle handling.
Waisted green onyx plinth: standard mounting used on Austrian figures of the 1920s.
Elongated limbs and cropped bobbed hairstyle: hallmark styling of the high Art Deco era.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244957
Dealers Internal Ref
A5432
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialBronze, Onyx
  • ColourGreen
  • MotifsDynamic posed figure, Flowing drapery, Onyx plinth base, Stylised hair
  • SizeH 21 cm (8 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

This Art Deco sculpture depicts a nude female dancer created by Josef Lorenzl around 1920. The piece is cast from solid bronze with a green patinated finish, capturing a dynamic posed figure with stylised hair and flowing drapery held in her outstretched arms. The dancing figure is raised on a square green onyx plinth base with visible natural grain variations and a circular mounting collar at the top. Surface wear is present on the green patinated bronze, showing small areas of paint loss and chipping along the limbs and body, alongside faint markings on the circular base. The item measures 21 cm high, 15 cm wide, and 6 cm deep. In a modern home, this sculpture suits placement on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or display cabinet within a living room, study, or hallway as a decorative display object. The compact dimensions allow it to sit comfortably on narrow surface tops alongside books or ceramics, where the vertical pose and outstretched arms draw attention. The combination of green patinated bronze and variegated onyx integrates easily with neutral or earth-toned interiors, adding a period accent to traditional and contemporary spaces alike.

FAQs

Art Deco bronze sculptures emerged during the 1920s and 1930s, featuring streamlined forms, stylized human figures, and an emphasis on fluid movement. Often produced in Austria and France, these figures reflected the eras focus on modernism, dance, and dynamic silhouette.

Sculptures from this era were commonly cast in bronze or spelter using lost-wax or sand-casting techniques. Finishing touches frequently included cold-painted enamel patinas and mounting onto polished mineral bases such as green onyx or marble.

Authentic pieces exhibit precise casting detail, age-appropriate wear to the paint or patina, and typical period signatures incised into the metal base or figure. The plinths generally consist of genuine alabaster, onyx, or marble attached via original threaded rods.

A bronze statuette works well as a focal accent on a mantelpiece, sideboard top, or within a styled bookcase. Placing the sculpture against a neutral backdrop allows its dark or painted silhouette to contrast clearly.

Dust the item regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or fine brush. Avoid using water, liquid polishes, or chemical solvents, as these can strip original cold-painted finishes and alter the historic patina of both the metal and the stone base.
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