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A very large bronze model of a Bengal Tiger, Viennese, stamped for Franz Bergman

Creator: Franz Xaver Bergmann
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
A very large bronze model of a Bengal Tiger, Viennese, stamped for Franz Bergman
Austrian, Early 20th Century
Height 62cm, width 115cm

This striking monumental bronze tiger was produced in Vienna around the turn of the twentieth century in the popular cold-painted bronze technique. Whereas most examples of this theme are miniatures around 15cm in length, this colossal example at 115cm is well over a meter in length, making it a rare and possibly unique example of one of Franz Bergman's most recognisable and sought-after animal sculptural motifs. Bergman's work can generally be divided between Oriental, erotic, and animalia, with his animal sculptures generally playful and whimsical. This work therefore constitutes a rare departure: a sculpture purely intended to depict the power, presence, and majesty of an adult Royal Bengal tiger.

The tiger piece is stamped for Bergman and 'Geschutzt / Austria / 3353', with the familiar 'B' within a two-handled vase signature.

Artist/Maker: Franz Xaver Bergmann

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Austria
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Bronze.
Creation Date:	Early 20th Century
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	16862
Incollect Reference #:	739811

Dimensions

W.	45.28 in;	H.	24.41 in;
W.	115 cm;	H.	62 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.