1 - A GERMAN PATINATED SPELTER FIGURE OF HAGEN VON TRONJE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

A GERMAN PATINATED SPELTER FIGURE OF HAGEN VON TRONJE, LATE 19TH CENTURY A German patinated spelter sculpture depicting Hagen von Tronje, the legendary Germanic warrior from the medieval epic Nibelungenlied (The Song of the Nibelungs). The standing, bearded warrior is portrayed wearing a crested helmet, chainmail armor, an elaborate belt with a dagger, and a flowing cloak. His raised right hand holds a long spear, while a large shield with a textured surface and riveted border rests against his back. The figure features finely modeled details of the armor, facial features, and drapery. Mounted on a stepped, black-painted base. The front of the plinth is inscribed "Hagen." Germany, late 19th century. Dimensions: H: 25 in., (63.5 cm.) Condition: The sculpture is in very good condition overall. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.