Carl Kauba (Austrian, 1865–1922) “The Betrothal” Gilt bronze on carved marble base Signed C. KAUBA, circa 1890 The fruit is rendered with

The fruit is rendered with soft highlights and gentle tonal shifts

A beautifully intimate and expressive 19th century study sheet

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Carl Kauba (Austrian, 1865–1922) “The Betrothal” Gilt bronze on carved marble base Signed C. KAUBA, circa 1890 The fruit is rendered withCarl Kauba (Austrian, 18651922) The Betrothal Gilt bronze on carved marble base Signed C. KAUBA, circa 1890 This exquisite 19th century bronze and marble sculpture group, The Betrothal, is a superb example of Carl Kaubas refined academic style. Depicting a tender classical scene, the composition shows a young couple seated upon a stepped marble bench at the moment of their engagement. The youth leans forward, delicately placing a ring upon the womans