A marble bookend (1) with a bronze Indian portrait, signed "C. Kauba" on collar. Great detail to feathers and wrinkled skin. Apprx 7-1/2"T x 7"W x 3-1/2"D. Kauba was born and lived in Vienna, Austria. He never visited America but was inspired by the romantic American West writings of German author Carl May and by photos sent to him by a friend in Ohio, who also sent him Indian artifacts and cowboy related items.
200/400 Sold $138.00
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