Calling card tray with fighting dogs figure, brown bronze, brown marble, Austria, early 20th c.
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This Viennese calling card tray with a fighting dogs sculpture was crafted between 1910 and 1920, exemplifying the refined art of miniature bronze work from early 20th-century Vienna. The base is a polished, dark brown marble tray (20 × 20 cm), its geometric simplicity offset by the dynamic central bronze group. The naturalistic scene, cast in bronze using the lost-wax technique, then chiselled, gilded, and polished, features two dogs locked in a lifelike struggle. Each muscle and strand of fur is rendered in remarkable detail, reflecting the naturalistic style of Viennese bronze miniatures. Subtle interplay of sheen and patina adds visual depth, while the sculpture's solid screw mounting attests to the quality of its construction. The piece has been preserved in excellent condition, with no signs of damage, restoration, or wear. The object evokes the spirit of early 20th-century Vienna—a time when the sensuality of natural forms and artisan precision began to replace the ornate language of Secession. The intertwined dogs, caught in a moment of tension, are a testament to the period’s fascination with nature’s drama and vitality. The marble base serves as a silent stage for this miniature spectacle, inviting interpretation as both a
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Height10 cm
Depth20 cm
Width20 cm
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Width20 cm
Height10 cm
Depth20 cm
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