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Bronze, dark patinated Austria, 1908 Manufactory Bergmann (est. 1860) - Producers of Vienna Bronzes Verso inscribed and dated 'Wien 1908' Elaborate miniature bronze portrait bust of Austrian emperor Franz Joseph I. Height: 11.5 cm Good condition Provenance: From the former sample stock of the Bergmann factory in Vienna Miniature sculptures of this kind are quite popular collectibles due to its elaborate design This bronze portrait bust depicts the Austrian emperor Franz Joseph I. and was manufactured by the famed Bergmann manufactory in 1908. Its elaborate execution of the naturalistic facial expression as well as the detailed work concerning his medals exemplifies the virtuosity of the Vienna Bronze Manufactory. This Vienna Bronze is inscribed and dated on the backside 'Wien 1908' and is in good condition, indicating only slight signs of age and wear. Its height is 11.5 cm. Vienna Bronze The term 'Vienna Bronze' refers to very fine cast bronzes from the period of around 1880 to 1930. The very naturalistic small sculptures depict human figures, often with exotic features, humans and animals, humorous illustrations as well as erotica. The bronzes were so fashionable that there were 80 companies in Vienna which concentrated on these products. A large number of significant artistic works was melted during the world wars to meet the metal needs of the artillery, thus the bronzes are now not only treasures but rare collectibles. The most famous manufacturer of Vienna Bronzes was the Manufactory Bergmann.