Karl Kouba, Frog in a Cylinder and with Binoculars (Viennese bronze), late 19th century-early 20th century.
Painted Viennese bronze - figurine, depicting a frog in a cylinder, holding binoculars in its hands, the string of which wraps around its shoulders. Rare collector's item in very good condition - light traces of time lapse (dings, rubbed paint in places).
Vienna, late 19th century-early 20th century.
Dimensions: 5 (height) x 2.4 x 2 cm.
Viennese bronzes are often small figurines usually made of bronze, produced in Vienna since 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. They are sought-after collector's items today.