Large Franz Bergman Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Arab Falconer on Horseback
- An exceptional and monumental Austrian cold-painted bronze sculpture by the renowned Franz Xaver Bergman foundry of Vienna, circa 1900, depicting an Orientalist Arab falconer mounted upon a magnificent Arabian horse.
- Signed with the Bergman foundry's distinctive amphora mark.
- This extraordinary composition captures a richly attired Middle Eastern horseman raising his arm dramatically toward the sky, with a falcon perched upon his outstretched hand. The rider wears elaborate traditional garments, including a flowing cloak, wrapped headdress, and finely decorated tunic, accompanied by a long rifle, ornamental powder flask, and intricately modeled riding accessories.
- The magnificent Arabian horse is rendered with exceptional anatomical precision, featuring a beautifully sculpted mane, expressive facial features, and elaborate harness with decorative tassels.
- The sculpture retains richly colored cold-painted decoration in warm copper, burgundy, gold, and earthy tones, highlighting the extraordinary attention to detail throughout the composition.
- Franz Xaver Bergman (1861–1936) was among Vienna's most celebrated bronze manufacturers, internationally renowned for his exceptional cold-painted bronze sculptures depicting Orientalist subjects, exotic animals, and scenes of Middle Eastern life.
- Bergman's finest compositions are distinguished by their remarkable casting quality, sophisticated polychrome finishes, and extraordinary realism.
- A particularly impressive example of Austrian Orientalist bronze sculpture, combining monumental scale, exceptional craftsmanship, and a dramatic equestrian composition.
- 17" high x 15" wide x 3" deep
- Very good condition. Normal wear consistent with age and use. Rubbing to gilding in areas. See photos.
Period
19th Century
Depth
3 in (7.62 cm)
Width
15 in (38.1 cm)
Height
17 in (43.18 cm)
Creator
Franz Bergmann (Maker)
Date of Manufacture
C. 1900
Materials & Techniques
Bronze
Signature / Marks
Bergman foundry's distinctive amphora mark
Condition
Good Wear consistent with age and use.
Price Range
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Price Range
◆ Under $5,000
◆ $5,000–$10,000
◆ $10,000–$25,000
◆ $25,000–$50,000
◆ $50,000–$100,000
◆ Over $100,000
