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Pair of Polychrome Terracotta Figures of an Oriental Lady and Arab Soldier by Friedrich Goldscheider, 19th Century
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Pair of Polychrome Terracotta Figures of an Oriental Lady and Arab Soldier by Friedrich Goldscheider, 19th Century

19th century
Sold 26 August 2025 · H & H Gallery
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An impressive cold painted Terracotta statues of a 19th century Arab soldier and young woman dressed in exquisite drapes by Friedrich Goldscheider, circa late 19th century Austria.

In 1885, at forty years of age, Friedrich Goldscheider founded in Vienna 'Goldscheider'sche Porzellan-Manufaktur und Majolica-Fabrik'. The factory produced a wide variety of ceramics, ranging from faience kitchenware to luxurious porcelain objects. But it's the polychrome terracotta figures in particular that have established its reputation and fame.

Condition: Very Good

Dimensions: H: 97cm, W: 42cm, D: 24cm

Date of Manufacture

H & H Gallery has dated these Polychrome Terracotta Figures to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
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SA802811
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H1144
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An impressive cold painted Terracotta statues of a 19th century Arab soldier and young woman dressed in exquisite drapes by Friedrich Goldscheider, circa late 19th century Austria.
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In 1885, at forty years of age, Friedrich Goldscheider founded in Vienna 'Goldscheider'sche Porzellan-Manufaktur und Majolica-Fabrik'.
H & H Gallery

The factory produced a wide variety of ceramics, ranging from faience kitchenware to luxurious porcelain objects. But it's the polychrome terracotta figures in particular that have established its reputation and fame.

Condition: Very Good

Dimensions: H: 97cm, W: 42cm, D: 24cm

Date of Manufacture

H & H Gallery has dated these Polychrome Terracotta Figures to the 19th Century.

Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
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SA802811
Dealers Internal Ref
H1144
H & H Gallery
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Archive I A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Polychrome Terracotta Figures of an Oriental Lady and Arab Soldier by Friedrich Goldscheider, 19th Century

Archive II A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases. View II
Archive III A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases. View V
Archive VI A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases. View VI
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A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases.
PAIR OF POLYCHROME TERRACOTTA FIGURES OF AN ORIENTAL LADY AND ARAB SOLDIER BY FRIEDRICH GOLDSCHEIDER, 19TH CENTURY
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A pair of nineteenth-century polychrome terracotta figures depicting an oriental lady and an arab soldier standing on rectangular bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialTerracotta
  • ColourBronze
  • MotifsOrientalist costume, Hand-painted polychrome finish, Naturalistic base, Figural representation
  • SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

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Orientalist sculpture refers to 19th-century European artworks that depicted subjects, figures, and scenes from North Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, often romanticised and heavily detailed.

These pieces were typically crafted from fired terracotta, then hand-painted in multiple polychrome colours, patinated to simulate bronze or metalwork, and glazed or varnished for durability.

Authentic pieces usually feature impressed makers marks, model numbers, artist signatures, and characteristic terracotta weight and texture associated with the Vienna factory.

They can be displayed prominently on architectural pedestals, heavy wooden sideboards, or mantelpieces to add historical depth, texture, and a focal point to the room.

Keep them away from direct sunlight and high humidity, clean only with a soft, dry microfibre brush, and avoid any liquid cleaning agents that could damage the delicate polychrome surface.
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