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Rare Table Lighter, Bergman Style, Austrian Spelter
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In General
A rare and highly unusual table lighter, in the Franz Xavier Bergman style, being an Austrian cold painted spelter group from Vienna of a camel and two Arabian carpet traders, made in the Art Deco period, dated c.1930s. The paint work is original - some examples we have seen have been over painted in bright colours which takes away from its lovely original patina and feel. This is a very good quality heavy piece and has been in the same family since the 1930s so it is 100% authentic. The camel and figures are raised on a heavy black glazed base.
This sculptural group is rich with detail from the eye-catching geometric art deco decoration on the carpet to the decorative tassels on the camels reins to gold tassel on the red fez worn by the camel rider. The striker is thankfully present but does not strike as the flint is absent.
Cold painting was a technique popular during the art deco period, which started in the 1920s. Spelter figures mainly made in Vienna were hand painted in enamel paint. Cold painted Austrian spelter figure groups depicting Arabs in tents or on camels were especially sought after.
Year
Early 20th century, art deco period, c.1930s
Material
Cold painted Austrian spelter figure group
Condition
This piece is in good antique condition and is structurally sound with no cracks or restoration.
There are some paint losses mainly on the hats of the traders, the camel riders scarf and tunic, the camels tail and far side of the camels neck and tiny areas on the camels muzzle and eye brow. The single rein loops back over the camels neck and ends which is consistent with other examples which suggests that there has been no breakage. It was designed like this! There are two chips to the back front corner of the black glazed base. The wear is consistent with its age and use.
Dimensions ( L x W x H )
18cm x 8.5 cm x 19 cm or 7.08 inches x 3.34 inches x 7.48 inches
Weight
1.2 Kg or 2.64 pounds
Shipping
Free Shipping in the UK (except for antique furniture and art work). We use trusted couriers in the UK and across the World. We tend to use Parcelforce and Royal Mail in the UK and DHL and Fedex Worldwide. Purchases are very carefully wrapped and packed using high quality packing materials and extra strong boxes. All parcels are fully insured and sent at the risk of Chapman Pugh Ltd.
ALL SHIPPING COSTS ARE REFUNDED IF LESS THAN STATED BELOW:
Shipping Costs:
United Kingdom FREE
Central Europe £20.00
Eastern Europe £26.00
United States £47.00
All Other Zones £95.00 - £107.00
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EC2Y 8NQ
Tel : 07739628028
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A rare and highly unusual table lighter, in the Franz Xavier Bergman style, being an Austrian cold painted spelter group from Vienna of a camel and two Arabian carpet traders, made in the Art Deco period, dated c.1930s. The paint work is original - some examples we have seen have been over painted in bright colours which takes away from its lovely original patina and feel. This is a very good quality heavy piece and has been in the same family since the 1930s so it is 100% authentic. The camel and figures are raised on a heavy black glazed base.
This sculptural group is rich with detail from the eye-catching geometric art deco decoration on the carpet to the decorative tassels on the camels reins to gold tassel on the red fez worn by the camel rider. The striker is thankfully present but does not strike as the flint is absent.
Cold painting was a technique popular during the art deco period, which started in the 1920s. Spelter figures mainly made in Vienna were hand painted in enamel paint. Cold painted Austrian spelter figure groups depicting Arabs in tents or on camels were especially sought after.
Year
Early 20th century, art deco period, c.1930s
Material
Cold painted Austrian spelter figure group
Condition
This piece is in good antique condition and is structurally sound with no cracks or restoration.
There are some paint losses mainly on the hats of the traders, the camel riders scarf and tunic, the camels tail and far side of the camels neck and tiny areas on the camels muzzle and eye brow. The single rein loops back over the camels neck and ends which is consistent with other examples which suggests that there has been no breakage. It was designed like this! There are two chips to the back front corner of the black glazed base. The wear is consistent with its age and use.
Dimensions ( L x W x H )
18cm x 8.5 cm x 19 cm or 7.08 inches x 3.34 inches x 7.48 inches
Weight
1.2 Kg or 2.64 pounds
Shipping
Free Shipping in the UK (except for antique furniture and art work). We use trusted couriers in the UK and across the World. We tend to use Parcelforce and Royal Mail in the UK and DHL and Fedex Worldwide. Purchases are very carefully wrapped and packed using high quality packing materials and extra strong boxes. All parcels are fully insured and sent at the risk of Chapman Pugh Ltd.
ALL SHIPPING COSTS ARE REFUNDED IF LESS THAN STATED BELOW:
Shipping Costs:
United Kingdom FREE
Central Europe £20.00
Eastern Europe £26.00
United States £47.00
All Other Zones £95.00 - £107.00
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 27/MAR/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Or best offer
DimensionsPlease see description
Category Antique Metalware
Date Art Deco
1930s Antiques Material Spelter
Origin Austrian
Condition Please see description
Item code as1105a046 / Austrian Spelter
Status Sold
£495.00 
$641.67 
€594.15 
$
€
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Barbican
London
EC2Y 8NQ
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