Artefacts

KÜCHLER, Rudolf. The fencer.

Physical description

Fencer with bare torso holding a sword in his right hand in attack position. Cast iron base. Signature of the artist on the base: R. Küchler.

Created

Created: Rudolf KÜCHLER

Materials

cast iron, bronze

Colors

bronze

Dimension

37.5 x 13 x 52 cm, 4.31 kg

Type of item

Artworks -> Sculpture

Reference number

236362

Original title

Der Fechter

Ensemble

Keywords

Male Fencing/épee Occidental art of the 20th century Present or gift given to the President Action and movement

Notes

KÜCHLER, Rudolf. Fencer. This statuette was presented to IOC President Thomas Bach. The artist (1867-1954) was an Austrian sculptor whose works dealt with a range of themes, including sport. Internal transfer