Continental Bronze "Praying Mantis"
An impressive and most unusual Continental cold painted bronze study of a praying mantis with very fine intricate hand finished surface detail and good naturalistic colour
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Height: 13 cm
Length: 23 cm
Condition: Excellent Original Condition
Circa: 1970
Materials: Bronze
SKU: 9451
ABOUT
Continental bronze of the 20th century refers to bronze sculptures and decorative objects produced in mainland Europe, particularly in France, Austria, and Germany. These works often reflect styles like Art Nouveau and Art Deco, showcasing elegant forms, natural motifs, and dynamic movement. Artists such as Ferdinand Preiss and Demetre Chiparus became renowned for combining bronze with materials like ivory, creating chryselephantine sculptures. Advances in casting techniques allowed for greater detail and replication. Widely used for figures, lamps, and decorative art, continental bronze from this period represents a combination of fine craftsmanship and modern design, the ideals of mid 20th-century Europe.
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