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Bull fighting Bear sculpture from Austria

M
13 years ago
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Description

This is a sculpture of a Bull fighting a Bear.  It has been in my family for over 100 years.  My 89 year old Aunt gave this to me and said that it was brought to the United States from Austria many years ago by our ancestors.  When she was just a little girl, she remembers seeing it on her grandmothers piano.  It is signed and dated and has markings on the bottom of it.  If there is a way I can send pictures of the markings on the bottom, I will.  I believe it is most important to see this as well.  I am interested in knowing the history of this sculpture, and if it is of any value.  If there is value, then there may be the option to sell in the future.  Thank You, S.H.

Category Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium I believe CERAMIC
Distinguishing marks This sculpture is signed F. Gornik 1906 Wien. This is what it looks like to me. Also on bottom of sculpture are several markings. a crown, and several numbers 8201 and below 2B1 with the word Austria and another word I cannot make out. looks like Amphor. Not sure
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item It is 12" tall 17" wide and 8 1/2" deep
Date Period The date on the item looks like 1906. But it could also be 1900.
Weight Eleven pounds, eight ounces.
History The only history I know is that it has been in my family for over 100 years. It was brought to the United States from Austria by my ancestors many years ago.
Price Paid (If known) Passed down from family.
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