All-in-one Hagenauer Horse Bottle Opener Tool [IT8oafM1]

A silver plated bronze study of a race horse.  The piece has a real spirit, freedom and energy to it, and lends the viewer to enjoy the bounding exuberance on display while using it to add even more fun to an occasion. The piece is made in the  Werkstätte Hagenauer which was a Viennese metal manufacturer started by Carl Hagenauer in 1898, and succeeded by his sons Karl and Franz Hagenauer. Between these two key figures they were responsible for some of the best designed objects ever to come out of Europe in the 20th Century.   Not only did they design and produce stunning pieces, they also developed new techniques of finishing metals.  

Although fairly abstract in their execution, Hagenauer was still able to beautifully sculpt the fine features of the horse and jockey in motion.  The pair are so superbly Art Deco being so stylish and free and energetic.  Perfect for any horse lover and lover of horse racing!  The sculpture is fully marked on the underside pf the horse.  The condition throughout is superb with no damage.  Made in Vienna, Austria, and dates circa 1930's.