Statuette "Surprise from the sarcophagus"

Introducing our exquisite Viennese Bronze statuette, a prime example of early 20th-century Austrian art. Standing at a relatively large 22cm and weighing 1.7kg, this grand objet d'art is crafted entirely from pure bronze. The precision of its intricate details is a testament to high-quality craftsmanship, reflecting the iconic style of Viennese decorative bronze artistry.

Our pristine statuette is adorned with the renowned brand mark of the infamous Viennese bronze foundry, founded by Czech native and renown artist, Franz Bergman. Known for their masterfully executed pieces of artistic bronze, muse-worthy creations are often marked with the signature “Nam Greb”—a clever anagram of Bergmann.

Adding to the allure of the era, this precious item features an erotic “naked” genre whimsically represented. The statuette, fashioned as a lovely lady, showcases an intimate and playful secret- her cloak mischievously opens to reveal a nude figure.

This characteristic is fondly referred to as ‘kunstyuk’ or ‘trick’, a feature of many humorous and unexpected works of art. A notable talking point is the historical love of similar erotic pieces by Russian emperors and grand dukes, including the likes of Alexander II and Alexander III during the late 19th century.