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Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture
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Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

19th century
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Fine 19thC Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

Brief Description:

This is a fabulous and highly decorative 19th-century Austrian cold-painted bronze sculpture, attributed to the celebrated Franz Bergman (1861–1936), depicting a seated Orientalist scholar absorbed in his studies.

This wonderfully intricate composition portrays a traditionally dressed gentleman seated beneath an elaborate architectural canopy, holding a manuscript and writing instrument.

The beautifully detailed setting features ornate geometric latticework, richly patterned decorative panels, an elaborate pierced cresting and a stone-effect stepped base. A charming black and gilt miniature table completes this delightful Orientalist scene.

The sculpture retains a wonderful combination of warm bronze tones, subtle polychrome decoration and finely rendered architectural detailing, creating a captivating work that can be appreciated from every angle.

A highly appealing collector's piece and a striking example of the Orientalist style for which the renowned Viennese bronze workshops became so celebrated.

Attributes:

Artist: Attributed to Franz Bergman (1861–1936).

Origin: Austrian / Vienna.

Period: Late 19th century.

Medium: Cold-painted bronze.

Subject: Seated Orientalist scholar within an ornate architectural setting.

Style: Austrian Orientalist / Vienna Bronze

Condition:

Very good decorative condition overall, displaying minor age-related surface wear and areas of rubbing to the painted finish, consistent with its age and character.

The original patinated appearance remains particularly attractive.

Please study the accompanying photographs, which form an integral part of the description.

Overall Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 7.9'' | 20 cm

Width: 5.5'' | 13.9 cm

Depth: 3'' | 7.6 cm

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Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Franz Bergman Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09717093
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Impressed Bergman amphora stamp on the step: Viennese foundry work.
Hollow multi-part bronze casting: traditional workshop manufacture.
Matte cold-painted polychrome finish: Austrian technique of the period.
Paint rubbed to bare bronze on high points: long handling over time.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled 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
20cm (7.87")
Width
13.9cm (5.47")
Depth
7.6cm (2.99")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245299
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Description
Fine 19thC Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

Brief Description:

This is a fabulous and highly decorative 19th-century Austrian cold-painted bronze sculpture, attributed to the celebrated Franz Bergman (1861–1936), depicting a seated Orientalist scholar absorbed in his studies.

“
This wonderfully intricate composition portrays a traditionally dressed gentleman seated beneath an elaborate architectural canopy, holding a manuscript and writing instrument.
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fig 1. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 1. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

The beautifully detailed setting features ornate geometric latticework, richly patterned decorative panels, an elaborate pierced cresting and a stone-effect stepped base. A charming black and gilt miniature table completes this delightful Orientalist scene.

fig 2. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 2. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

The sculpture retains a wonderful combination of warm bronze tones, subtle polychrome decoration and finely rendered architectural detailing, creating a captivating work that can be appreciated from every angle.

fig 3. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 3. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

A highly appealing collector's piece and a striking example of the Orientalist style for which the renowned Viennese bronze workshops became so celebrated.

Attributes:

Artist: Attributed to Franz Bergman (1861–1936).

fig 4. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 4. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

Origin: Austrian / Vienna.

Period: Late 19th century.

Medium: Cold-painted bronze.

Subject: Seated Orientalist scholar within an ornate architectural setting.

Style: Austrian Orientalist / Vienna Bronze

Condition:

fig 5. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 5. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

Very good decorative condition overall, displaying minor age-related surface wear and areas of rubbing to the painted finish, consistent with its age and character.

The original patinated appearance remains particularly attractive.

fig 6. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 6. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

Please study the accompanying photographs, which form an integral part of the description.

Overall Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 7.9'' | 20 cm

Width: 5.5'' | 13.9 cm

Depth: 3'' | 7.6 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

fig 7. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 7. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

fig 8. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 8. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

fig 9. A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
fig 9. Fine 19thc Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay securely - Telephone orders welcome

Image result for payments accepted logos

Secure-Payment-VPADeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-0037586-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card

Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Franz Bergman Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09717093
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Impressed Bergman amphora stamp on the step: Viennese foundry work.
Hollow multi-part bronze casting: traditional workshop manufacture.
Matte cold-painted polychrome finish: Austrian technique of the period.
Paint rubbed to bare bronze on high points: long handling over time.

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
20cm (7.87")
Width
13.9cm (5.47")
Depth
7.6cm (2.99")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245299
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A 19th-century cold-painted bronze Orientalist sculpture depicting a seated scribe drafting at a desk set within an architectural alcove with mashrabiya lattice screens.
Fine 19thC Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Orientalist Sculpture
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSculpture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleOrientalist
  • MaterialCold-Painted Bronze
  • ColourBrown and Multicolour
  • MotifsMashrabiya lattice screen, Orientalist scribe figure, Hexagonal side table, Stepped stone base
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 13.9 cm (5 in) x D 7.6 cm (3 in)

Originating in Austria during the late 19th century, cold-painted bronzes were cast metal sculptures decorated with layers of unfired oil paint. Foundries, most notably that of Franz Xaver Bergman, specialized in highly detailed figures depicting Orientalist scenes, animals, and architectural elements popular during the Victorian era.

These pieces were cast in bronze using the lost-wax technique and subsequently finished by hand. Instead of traditional chemical patination, artisans applied multiple layers of enamel or oil paint directly onto the cold bronze surface to achieve vibrant polychrome detail.

Authentic pieces usually feature foundry stamps, such as the Bergman B in a vase mark, along with detailed crisp casting and fine hand-chasing. Natural age wear to the unfired paint layers, revealing the underlying bronze, also helps distinguish genuine antiques from modern reproductions.

Small architectural bronzes serve as focal points on dark wood bookshelves, executive desks, or curated mantelpiece displays. Their rich polychrome finishes pair well with warm leather, antique books, and traditional cabinetry.

Dust the item gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to avoid flaking the unfired paint surface. Avoid water, chemical solvents, or abrasive polishes, as moisture and detergents will permanently strip the original cold-painted finish.
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