Friedrich Goldscheider (1845-1897)

 

For sale in our 14th December Antique, Interiors and General Sale is this Frederich Goldscheider, a painted terracotta, life size, seated young boy, wearing a cap, hands clasped together and feet crossed, approximately 127cm.

Estimate £400 - £600

Friedrich Goldscheider (1845-1897) created the Goldscheider Manufactory and Majolica Factory in Vienna, Austria in 1885.  The business became internationally renowned for its production of terracotta, faience, bronze and alabaster objects, both small and life size.  

Inspiration was taken from Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Orientalism which exploded during this period. In 1889 he won the Bronze Medal or terracotta pieces at The Paris International Exhibition.