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Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Statue, C1910
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Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Statue, C1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 March 2025 · Curious Antiques
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Fine quality antique early 20th century cold painted bronze ,c1910. It depicts a North African/Middle Eastern figure in traditional clothing. The figure is holding a torch or similar and it may have been designed as a taper holder. It is beautifully cast and decorated and is very much in the style of Bergman but I cannot find a signature. It is heavy for its size and has aged well with great colour/patina. Overall condition is good with only very minor surface wear /paint loss and Verdigris. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like to view the item.

Size: 23 cm tall x 10 cm wide x 8 cm deep. I will happily ship worldwide.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Cold Painted Bronze Figure to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
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SA672336
Dealers Notes

Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Fine quality antique early 20th century cold painted bronze ,c1910. It depicts a North African/Middle Eastern figure in traditional clothing. The figure is holding a torch or similar and it may have been designed as a taper holder.
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It is beautifully cast and decorated and is very much in the style of Bergman but I cannot find a signature.
Curious Antiques

It is heavy for its size and has aged well with great colour/patina. Overall condition is good with only very minor surface wear /paint loss and Verdigris. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like to view the item.

Size: 23 cm tall x 10 cm wide x 8 cm deep. I will happily ship worldwide.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Cold Painted Bronze Figure to the 1910s.

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
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SA672336
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Statue, C1910

Archive II A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View II
Archive III A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View III
Archive IV A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View IV
Archive V A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View V
Archive VI A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View VI
Archive VII A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View VII
Archive VIII A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View VIII
Archive IX A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View IX
Archive X A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View X
Archive XI A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View XI
Archive XII A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View XII
Archive XIII A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers. View XIII
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Timeline Antiques Centre
Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
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A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers.
Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Statue, c1910
Ref: SA672336
A small early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine of a standing figure wearing a red headscarf, yellow top, and turquoise trousers.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEarly 20th Century
  • MaterialBronze, Enamel Paint
  • ColourMulti-coloured
  • MotifsPolychrome finish, Figurative casting, Circular base
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Cold painted bronze refers to bronze sculptures decorated with layers of oil-based paint that are applied without heat, a technique particularly popular in Vienna during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

These pieces were typically cast in brass or bronze using the lost-wax method, then hand-painted with polychrome enamel or oil colours by skilled artisans.

Authenticity is determined by examining the natural wear of the cold-painted surface, the quality of the bronze casting, patination on the underside, and occasional foundry marks or Austrian stamps.

Place the piece on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or glass cabinet where its intricate polychrome details can be appreciated up close alongside contemporary or antique decor.

Preserve the fragile painted surface by dusting gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, keeping the object away from direct sunlight, moisture, and chemical cleaning agents.
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