Antonin Odehnal (1878 Svratka/Austria-Hungary - 1957 Prague) Art Nouveau bust of the composer Bedrich Smetana Bronze, dark brown patina. Signed and titled. The Czech sculptor and medallist studied 1902-1909 at the School of Arts and Crafts in Prague under Professor Stanislav Sucharda, then taught at the Vocational School for Engravers and Goldsmiths in Prague. After the I. After World War I Odehnal created numerous monuments, fountain figures, reliefs, designs for coins and medals, in 1932 he took part in the art competition of the Olympic Games. H. 24,5 cm. Dark brown patinated bronze bust of Bedrich Smetana. Signed and titled.

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