This rare and magnificent bas relief panel by Rudolf Mayer entitled “Handel Und Industrie” or “Work and Industry,” makes fascinating use of German workers and a Native American to represent trade and Industrial Production in turn-of-the-century Germany. To the left is a young potter and an older blacksmith with a sailing ship in the background and to the right is a dignified Indian warrior, accepting compensation for his pelts. The jumble of European and American imagery is fascinating — the presence of the Indian in loincloth illustrates the German fascination with Native Americans, though ironically he is shown accompanied by a German Shepherd! The relief’s large size suggests that it was meant to hang in an institution or commercial setting; it is molded metal with a bronze patina.
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Creator:Rudolf Mayer (Sculptor)
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Dimensions:Height: 27.75 in (70.49 cm)Width: 43 in (109.22 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
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Style:Beaux Arts(Of the Period)
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Place of Origin:Germany
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Period:1900-1909
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
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Condition:ExcellentRelief is in excellent condition; edge of original frame has several nicks and paint losses.
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Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
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Reference Number:Seller: LU86513517172
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