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Bergmann Bronze Mermaid Presentation Box signed NamGreb

Creator: Franz Xavier Bergmann
Offered by: Bizarre Bazaar

Description
A beautiful and most unusual Art Nouveau cold painted polychromed bronze box with exceptional motifs of Sea Creatures with a Mermaid perched on top. It was called the Freedom Box and was given as a presentation gift in Portsmouth, England around the 1920s. The hinged lid opens to reveal a cedar-lined interior, suggesting it might have been a cigarette box. Beautiful patina throughout, the condiiton is near mint. Franz Xaver Bergmann often signed NAM GREB to pieces he personally executed for his foundry which he inherited from his father around the turn of the century. It is said he often signed certain erotic or commissioned pieces in this cryptic manner.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Austria
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Cold Painted Polychromed Bronze
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	circa 1920s
Styles / Movements:	Art Nouveau, Modern
Patterns:	Beach/Nautical
Incollect Reference #:	185602

Dimensions

W.	5 in;	H.	6.5 in;	D.	4 in;
W.	12.7 cm;	H.	16.51 cm;	D.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Bizarre Bazaar, based in New York City, specializes in rare, one-of-a-kind objects of intrigue, including antique toys, vintage transportation models, and Art Deco pieces. Since 1985, they have worked with collectors and museums worldwide, and now offer their treasures online and by appointment only. Reach them at 212-517-2100 or BZRBZR@aol.com.