A
BUNDLE OF JOY ( Vintage
Vienna
Bronze Pug Dogs ): Is there anything more joyful than a
basketful of pug puppies? I think not! Just looking at these 3 little
lovelies makes me laugh. And - making these 3 even more special – this is
a Vintage
Vienna
Bronze piece – probably from the mid-twentieth century. I’ve taken a view
from the top to show the great detail in the molding of the hair of their
coats – not found on the more newly made
Vienna Bronzes. The
detail of the woven basket is also remarkable. The base bears the hallmark
of Franz Bergmann, whose first small bronze foundry was opened in
Vienna in 1860. His
work was continued into the 20th Century by his son, Xaver
Bergmann. Many of their 20th Century pieces are based on the
designs of Franz. Also on the base are the words “AUSTRIA”
and “GESCHÜTZT” (translates “protected”, i.e. patented). Condition:
Excellent. Size: 1 1/4” high, 1 5/8” long, 1 1/8” deep.
