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Bergman, Franz Cold Painted Bronze Sculpture of a Kneeling Arab, Austrian Circa 1900
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Bergman, Franz Cold Painted Bronze Sculpture of a Kneeling Arab, Austrian Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 2 November 2024 · Robert Belcher Antiques
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Description

This larger scale fine cold painted bronze study is by the Austrian sculptor Franz Xavier Bergman.

It is in the Orientalist style and depicts a male Arab kneeling on a elaborate prayer rug with his arms and hands raised. He has removed his shoes which sit next to him alongside his walking stick.

He is traditionally dressed in brightly coloured robes and a chequered turban.

This fine bronze by Franz Xavier Bergman is in remarkable condition and has obviously had a cherished life.

It retains very good colour and detail with only the lightest amount of ware to its surfaces.

This fine example is signed on the underside with the Bergman mark a B in a twin handled vase.

Austrian, circa 1900

Height 13cm x width 13cm x depth 15cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Cold Painted Bronze Sculpture to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1090382
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

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Description
This larger scale fine cold painted bronze study is by the Austrian sculptor Franz Xavier Bergman.
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It is in the Orientalist style and depicts a male Arab kneeling on a elaborate prayer rug with his arms and hands raised.
Robert Belcher Antiques

He has removed his shoes which sit next to him alongside his walking stick.

fig 1. A cold-painted bronze figure of a kneeling man in traditional attire on a patterned rug, accompanied by small shoes and a staff.
fig 1. Bergman, Franz Cold Painted Bronze Sculpture of a Kneeling Arab, Austrian Circa 1900

He is traditionally dressed in brightly coloured robes and a chequered turban.

This fine bronze by Franz Xavier Bergman is in remarkable condition and has obviously had a cherished life.

It retains very good colour and detail with only the lightest amount of ware to its surfaces.

This fine example is signed on the underside with the Bergman mark a B in a twin handled vase.

Austrian, circa 1900

Height 13cm x width 13cm x depth 15cm

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Cold Painted Bronze Sculpture to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1090382
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I A cold-painted bronze figure of a kneeling man in traditional attire on a patterned rug, accompanied by small shoes and a staff. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques
Telephone 07929 011224 or 01905 622468
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United Kingdom

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A cold-painted bronze figure of a kneeling man in traditional attire on a patterned rug, accompanied by small shoes and a staff.
Bergman, Franz cold painted bronze sculpture of a kneeling Arab, Austrian circa 1900
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A cold-painted bronze figure of a kneeling man in traditional attire on a patterned rug, accompanied by small shoes and a staff.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleOrientalist
  • MaterialBronze, Enamel Paint
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsPolychrome finish, Figurative casting, Textured prayer rug, Detailed costume
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Cold-painted bronze refers to items cast in bronze or brass that are painted with a non-heat-resistant pigment, usually oil-based or enamel paints, rather than fired in a kiln. This technique gained immense popularity in late 19th and early 20th century Vienna, driven by master founders such as Franz Bergman.

These pieces were typically crafted using the lost-wax casting method for intricate detail, utilizing bronze or a high-zinc brass alloy often known as spelter in lesser-quality pieces. The cast metal was then carefully hand-chased to refine features before receiving layers of polychrome paint.

Authentic pieces often feature foundry marks such as the Bergman amphora-shaped urn stamp or the Geschutzt deposition mark. Genuine items display characteristic, natural flaking of the old oil-based paint revealing the dark patinated metal beneath, rather than modern synthetic paints.

This type of finely detailed cabinet bronze works exceptionally well as a focal point on a library desk, mantelpiece, or glass-fronted display cabinet. It pairs effectively with dark wood furniture, leather bindings, and neutral backgrounds to highlight its intricate polychrome finish.

Due to the fragile nature of the cold-painted surface, these pieces should only be cleaned using a very soft, dry brush to remove dust. Never use water, chemical solvents, or metal polishes, as these will immediately strip the original historic paint layers.
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