Viking bust by German artist Fritz Neuhaus (1852-1922), titled 'Wikinger' on the base. Fritz Neuhaus was a German painter and professor of art. There is no mention of sculpting bronze, however the signature on this bronze is identical to those on his paintings. Works in museums in Cologne and Dusseldorf and referenced in Benezit and Theime-Becker. Dimensions: H 14.25 in. x W 8 in. x D 9 in.
A stunning bronze of a hard-working farmer by Belgian sculptor Jules Olest. Olest lived and worked in Brussels, Belgium, at the later part of the 19th century and specialized in figurative pieces such as this. He exhibited regularly in the Belgian capital, including at the 'Salon Triennal des Beaux-Arts' in 1903, where he presented three works. Ref: Piron, De Belgische Beeldende Kunstenaars, p. 1019. Dimensions: H 26.5 in. x W 14.5 in. x D 11.5 in.
Original bronze of a a farmer riding a plow horse after a long day working the fields. standing over a sheaf of wheat. Sculpted by German/Jewish sculptor Julius Obst (1878 - probably 1939).
An animated bronze of a striking Ibex or Steinbock by German sculptor and bronze maker Johan Viethaler (1869 - 1957). Dimensions: H 12 in. x W 8 in. x D 4 in.
A powerful bronze of two bare-chested men struggling with an unseen weight, bare feet planted in muddy ground and a grim look of determination on their faces. The unseen weight is most likely a loaded river barge. Born in Belgium, Demanet(1895-1964) studied fine art at Namur before serving in the army. Inspired by a visit to Paris in 1921, he resumed working in sculpture. He produced large-scale sculpture and medals, working for public and private patrons and exhibiting internationally. Signed on the base and with wonderful patina.
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