An extraordinarily rare and fascinating piece by the celebrated Austrian designer and sculptor Walter Bosse, one of the most influential names in 20th-century Central European design. Created in Vienna during the 1930s, this unique composition depicts a scene brimming with humor and fantasy: a skier being pulled by an expressive, stylized cow, rendered in Bosse's unmistakable artistic language.
The work stands out for its naive and dynamic forms, its vibrant polychrome enamels, and the almost caricatured personalities of the figures—characteristics that made Walter Bosse a key figure in pre-World War II Viennese design. His style combines late Art Deco influences with the playful and modern spirit that would later characterize much of his work.
This is a large-format piece, weighing 2 kg and significantly larger than the typical size of decorative figures of the period, and is extremely difficult to find on the international market. Due to its quality of execution, subject matter, and technical characteristics, it is highly likely that it was produced by the prestigious Viennese manufacturer Goldscheider, although this is presented as an attribution.
The sculpture retains the artist's signature on the base, a detail that reinforces its historical and collector value.
Beyond its rarity, this work is a magnificent example of Viennese design from the interwar period and a visually striking piece, ideal for collectors of artistic ceramics, Austrian design, Art Deco, and works by Walter Bosse.
Condition:
Very good overall condition for its age. It shows surface wear and minor signs of use consistent with its more than 90 years of history, contributing to its authenticity and character. A careful review of the photographs, which form an essential part of the description, is recommended.
A unique opportunity to acquire a museum-quality work by one of the great masters of 20th-century Austrian design.
Weight: Approx. 2 kg
Dimensions:
Length - Approx. 34 cm
Height - 19 cm approx.
Width - 10 cm approx.
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