Austrian Cold-Painted Vienna Bronze Cat Knitting in Rocking Chair

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This early 20th-century Austrian cold-painted bronze depicts an anthropomorphic cat seated in a rocking chair while knitting with red yarn, … Read more This early 20th-century Austrian cold-painted bronze depicts an anthropomorphic cat seated in a rocking chair while knitting with red yarn, a subject closely associated with the whimsical traditions of the Vienna bronze workshops active circa 1910–1930. The miniature form, measuring 2.75 inches high, reflects the precision casting and layered hand-painted surface characteristic of Viennese animal bronzes produced for collectors and export markets.

The figure integrates the chair and cat as a unified casting, demonstrating the sculptural detail and narrative themes typical of the period’s smaller ateliers. These domestic tableau bronzes remain sought after for their craftsmanship and uncommon subject matter.

Provenance details unknown; acquired directly from a Northern California collection.


Measures: 2.75"H x 1.375"W x 2"D

Condition: Excellent, no paint chips, no rust

Weight: 3 oz

Origin: Austria

Style: Folk Art

Age: 1910-1930 See less