Statuette "On the skin of a tiger"

Nam Greb, an acclaimed figurehead in the resplendent world of Viennese decorative bronze, has masterfully created a captivating example of early 20th-century artistry. Born in the Czech Republic as Franz Bergman, Nam Greb is a creative pseudonym and an anagram, indelibly marking each exquisite work of art from this renowned bronze foundry.

Vibrant, evocative, and refined, every sculpted figurine from Bergman's foundry captures the quintessence of the iconic Viennese Bronze art style, known for its intricate detail, realistic proportions, and lifelike presentation. As an impressive example of Bergman's work, this statuette is meticulously sculpted, bearing his signature mark, 'Nam Greb' an emblem of authenticity.

The unique culture of early 20th century Vienna is vividly captured in this artefact. Among the lighter-hearted, innocuous pieces associated with the Viennese bronze era, there existed pieces with an erotic or unabashedly pornographic theme. Although essentially 'playful' adult sculptures, these 'erotic miniatures,' as they're often called, are rare collectors' items. Shrouded in mystique due to their rare appearances in antique shops, they've always been a special find for enthusiastic collectors around the world.

This Nam Greb statuette is an assertive nod to that bold, provocative side of Viennese bronze art. Perfectly embodying the spirited, open-minded ethos of Viennese artist circles of the early 1900s, it is a tastefully provocative work of art, a testament to the uninhibited expression of sensuality in the epoch.