Karl Kouba, Frog-warrior in fez, cape and with gun (Viennese bronze), late 19th century-early 20th century.
Painted Viennese bronze figure, depicting a frog-warrior (?) in a red Turkish fez, with a rifle held in one hand, the other hand resting on the hilt of a broad Turkish saber. Tied under her neck is a white cloak with a blue and red border, with silver dots, which flows down her back. Rare collector's item in very good condition - light traces of age (dings, rubbed paint in places).
Vienna, late 19th century-early 20th century.
Dimensions: 5 (height) x 3.5 x 3 cm.
Viennese bronzes are often small figurines usually made of bronze, produced in Vienna from the mid-19th century. - At that time they gained great popularity throughout Europe. They are famous for their excellent workmanship - finely crafted shapes, interesting, often playful ideas, and in the case of colored bronzes, perfectly preserved, vivid colors. Today they are sought-after collector's items.
