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Art Nouveau Statue - Rascal - Child Bronze - Josef Lorenzl

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"Art Nouveau Statue - Rascal - Child Bronze - Josef Lorenzl"

Weight 1,3 kg
Rascal – Whimsical Art Nouveau Bronze - Signed Josef Lorenzl

This piece, known simply as Rascal, reveals a young boy caught in a moment of endearing recklessness. Standing with arms folded and chin lifted in a self-confident pout, he wears a jaunty cap that tilts just so over his curly hair. His tiny cape drapes around his shoulders like a hero’s mantle, while his bare feet anchor him firmly to the world. In the universe of Josef Lorenzl bronze figures, this child stands out for his impish charm and commanding presence—proof that Lorenzl’s artistry could infuse even the smallest subject with monumental character.

From Vienna’s Golden Age to International Acclaim

Josef Lorenzl was born on November 3, 1892, in Vienna, Austria, into a world humming with artistic innovation. As a young sculptor, he witnessed the tail end of the Vienna Secession and the rise of Art Deco, absorbing influences from both Art Nouveau’s sinuous lines and the newer streamlined aesthetic. After studying at the Vienna School of Applied Arts, Lorenzl opened his own studio in the 1920s, where he became celebrated for creating dynamic, spirited figures that perfectly straddled the line between playful ornament and sophisticated design.

An Art Nouveau Bronze Reimagined for the Modern Age

Crafted in the late 1920s and signed “Lorenzl” at the base, this Rascal is a captivating example of Art Nouveau bronze evolving into Josef Lorenzl Art Deco. The sculpture’s surfaces alternate between highly polished flesh—glowing with warmth—and areas of soft patina on the boy’s clothing, creating a rich interplay of light and shadow. The subtle flow of folds in his cape, the rhythmic curls of his hair, and the mischievous curve of his smile all showcase Lorenzl’s mastery of form and his ability to animate bronze with the vivacity of life itself.

Celebrating the Joy and Impulse of Youth

Lorenzl’s work often spotlighted elegant dancers and ethereal women, but here he turns his gaze to childhood. Rascal embodies that universal moment when a child feels simultaneously invincible and utterly innocent. His folded arms suggest defiance, yet his rounded cheeks and wide eyes betray playful delight. In this sculpture, the artist captures the very essence of spirit and spontaneity, reminding us that youth is both fleeting and timeless.

Technical Brilliance in Miniature

Though modest in scale, this child’s figure exudes the same technical brilliance found in Lorenzl’s larger works. The lost-wax casting technique preserves every nuance—from the sharp definition of his hat’s brim to the delicate knuckles of his tiny hands. A gentle patina wash deepens the grooves of his clothing, while the polished bronze of his skin glows like sun-kissed marble. As part of the distinguished lineage of josef lorenzl bronze figures, Rascal stands as a testament to the sculptor’s finesse and attention to detail.

A Lasting Legacy of Whimsy and Elegance

Josef Lorenzl continued creating his signature figures until his passing in 1950. Today, collectors around the world prize his works for their blend of playful spirit and refined design. This Rascal bronze, with its combination of Art Nouveau fluidity and Art Deco precision, embodies the very best of Lorenzl’s dual heritage. It remains an enduring emblem of a sculptor who could make bronze laugh, leap, and forever capture the gleeful mischief of childhood.

A Bronze Tribute to Childhood’s Bold Heart

In Rascal, Josef Lorenzl gives form to the daring heart of youth. Through the language of bronze, he crafts a figure that is at once an intimate portrait of a single child and a universal symbol of youthful confidence. As you admire the confident tilt of his cap, the proud set of his shoulders, and the joyous glint in his eyes, you celebrate not just one sculpture, but the entire legacy of josef lorenzl art deco—a legacy that forever invites us to remember the merry boldness of our own childhood adventures.
 
Height: 22 cm
Width: 9,5 cm
Depth: 9,5 cm
Weight: 1,3 kg
100% bronze
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