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Liberty Sculpture in Bronze and Marble, Signed: Beer
$48,000
£36,355.54
€41,753.09
CA$67,263.70
A$73,129.20
CHF 38,773.19
MX$876,633.70
NOK 492,787.30
SEK 451,460.16
DKK 312,051.46
About the Item
Liberty sculpture in Bronze and marble.
French-Austrian sculptor, Friedrich Solomon Beer (1846-1912)
Friedrich Salomon Beer (1846-1912) was a prominent Austrian-French sculptor whose work spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Here's a summary of his life and career:
• Early Life and Education: Born on September 1, 1846, in Brno (then part of the Austrian Empire, now in the Czech Republic), Friedrich Beer was the son of a merchant. Orphaned at a young age, he was raised by relatives. His artistic journey began with an apprenticeship as a meerschaum carver in Vienna at the age of fifteen. From 1865 to 1870, he honed his skills at the Vienna Academy of Fine Arts, studying under notable sculptors like Carl Radnitzky and Franz Bauer.
• Early Career and Travels: Beer's talent was recognized early, and he received the Rome scholarship for his figure group "Achilles and Penthesilea." This prestigious award allowed him to work in a studio in the Palazzo di Venezia in Rome for three years (around 1870). After returning to Vienna in 1873, he eventually settled in Paris in 1875, marking a significant shift in his career.
• Parisian Period and Artistic Style: In Paris, Beer initially focused on charming female portraits and statuettes, often collaborating with the humorist Alfred Grévin. His work often reflects the refined taste of the Belle Époque, with a blend of classical influences and a touch of modern sensibility.
• Later Career and Zionist Themes: In the 1890s, Beer's artistic focus expanded. He met prominent Zionist figures like Theodor Herzl and Max Nordau, and subsequently created several sculptures with Zionist themes, demonstrating his engagement with contemporary social and political movements.
• Final Years in Florence: In 1902, Beer relocated to Florence, Italy, where he spent the last decade of his life. He passed away on October 18, 1912, in Florence.
• Notable Works and Recognition: While a comprehensive list of all his works is not readily available, some notable pieces include:
o "Albrecht Dürer as a Boy" (marble sculpture, early 1870s), which was acquired by the National Gallery in Berlin and was later rediscovered after being thought lost during the war.
o "Bust of Mihály Munkácsy" (bronze, 1875), housed in the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
o His works have appeared at auction, with pieces like "Escholier of the 15th century" achieving notable prices.
Friedrich Salomon Beer's legacy lies in his elegant and refined sculptures, his adaptability in different artistic centers like Rome, Vienna, and Paris, and his contribution to the late 19th and early 20th-century European sculptural landscape.
- Dimensions:Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Width: 16.93 in (43 cm)Depth: 32.29 in (82 cm)
- Style:Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
- Reference Number:Seller: SC-251stDibs: LU6785230854762
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