700 - GOLDSCHEIDER “Large Art Nouveau Figure of a Water Carrier” Vienna, ca. 1902–1903. Ceramic, with a reddish-brown and bronze-colored patina. A sculpted depiction of a young girl in rural traditional dress, wearing a bonnet and clogs, standing in a contrapposto pose while carrying a heavy, bulbous amphora. The flowing movement of the garment and the fine rendering of the flesh tones reflect the high craftsmanship of Viennese Art Nouveau production. The naturally shaped plinth bears the embossed foundry plaque “SCVLPTVRE,” with the inscription “Friedrich Goldscheider / Vienna” below. Catalog No.: 2406. Height: 96 cm. In good condition for its age, showing minimal wear typical of a collector’s piece with an authentic patina.