Franz Hagenauer Pair of Nickel-Plated Jazz Band Sculptures
This set of two Art Deco nickel-plated Jazz Band sculptures, comprised of an upright saxophone player and a seated drummer, is crafted by Austrian artist Franz Hagenauer. The architecturally postured musicians complement each other in their movements, which appear to be as rhythmic as the unheard tune they play. Expressive and yet reserved, the figures seem to embody a dedication to their art and to the creation of art that mimics the dedication and artistry of the master who engineered them. Sold exclusively as a matching set.
Item #: S-19054
Artist: Franz Hagenauer
Circa: Mid-20th century
Dimensions: 68.5" height, 33" width, 15.5" depth (drummer); 72.5" height (saxophonist)
Materials: Nickel-plated metal, Blackened iron base
Signed: Each stamped "Agenauer wien, made in Austria, Handmade," and with the firm's WHW monogram
Item #: S-19054
Artist: Franz Hagenauer
Circa: Mid-20th century
Dimensions: 68.5" height, 33" width, 15.5" depth (drummer); 72.5" height (saxophonist)
Materials: Nickel-plated metal, Blackened iron base
Signed: Each stamped "Agenauer wien, made in Austria, Handmade," and with the firm's WHW monogram
