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Bring an authentic touch of whimsical mid-century modern design to your desk, vanity, or bar cart with this striking vintage …
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Bring an authentic touch of whimsical mid-century modern design to your desk, vanity, or bar cart with this striking vintage brass fish figurine. Sculpted in the unmistakable zoomorphic style of legendary Austrian modernist designer Walter Bosse, this heavy, solid-cast brass piece features a highly stylized, expressive "open mouth" profile.
The artistic execution highlights the iconic contrast between the high-polished golden brass surfaces and the deep, darkened patinated accents nestled into the meticulously textured scales, fins, and large concentric eyes. Originally designed as a personal tabletop tobacco ashtray, this versatile 1950s modernist object functions beautifully today as a unique ring dish, key catchall, desk paperweight, or standalone sculpture.
Authenticity Note: The underside of this piece is crisply stamped "Made in Germany," cementing its post-war mid-century production heritage and providing immediate provenance for dedicated collectors.
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- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 4.25ʺD × 3ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Brand
- Walter Bosse
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Beautifully preserved with an authentic, age-appropriate aged brass patina and crisp, legible manufacturer stamping on the base. The interior and … moreBeautifully preserved with an authentic, age-appropriate aged brass patina and crisp, legible manufacturer stamping on the base. The interior and exterior are clean, showing only light surface wear and minor oxidation consistent with age and gentle handling. Free from deep scratches, dents, or structural damage. less
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