This rare brass fish corkscrew by Walter Bosse, crafted by Herta Baller in 1950s Vienna, is a perfect representation of mid-century Modernist metalwork from Austria.
This genuine Walter Bosse brass fish corkscrew from the 1950s is a rare collectible. Manufactured by Herta Baller, it reflects Bosse’s creative flair and the Modernist influence on mid-century Austrian metalwork.
A rare early example of Walter Bosse's whimsical fish corkscrew, crafted from brass by Herta Baller in 1950s Vienna. Bosse’s designs were central to the Modernist movement in Austria.
This rare Walter Bosse brass fish corkscrew, produced by Herta Baller in 1950s Vienna, is a fine example of Modernist metalwork from Austria’s mid-century design era.
This early genuine Walter Bosse brass fish corkscrew was produced by Herta Baller in the 1950s. The piece is a stunning example of mid-century Modernist metalwork from Austria, celebrated for its whimsical charm.
A vintage brass fish corkscrew designed by Walter Bosse, manufactured by Herta Baller in the 1950s. The playful and modern design reflects Bosse’s impact on Viennese Modernist metalwork.
Detail of Walter Bosse fish corkscrew, 1950's design from Vienna, Austria
Walter Bosse polished patinated brass detail, 1950's Baller Austria
This 1950s brass fish corkscrew by Walter Bosse showcases his Modernist aesthetic, produced by Herta Baller in Vienna. A charming collectible piece from mid-century Austrian design.
A rare brass corkscrew designed by Walter Bosse in the 1950s, produced by Herta Baller in Vienna. This whimsical fish design captures the charm of Bosse’s Modernist Viennese metalwork, making it a highly collectible piece.
Walter Bosse Fish Corkscrew
A rare Walter Bosse brass fish corkscrew, produced by Herta Baller in 1950s Vienna. This piece is highly valued by collectors of mid-century Modernist design.
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Walter Bosse Fish Corkscrew

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An early Walter Bosse brass corkscrew in the form of a fish, beautifully handmade in Vienna, Austria, by the Herta Baller workshop circa 1950.

This practical addition to your collection was produced in Bosse's distinctively Modernist & universally lovable style. The functional fish, carefully sculpted to ensure ease and comfort in the hand, features a joyful & highly characterful expression with an open, smiling mouth. The curved body features a gently hammered surface, highlighting the handmade nature of this piece. Certain nuances in the sculpting of this fish make us believe it's a slightly early design from around 1949-50; Bosse's work with Baller became slightly more abstract as time passed. 

Walter Bosse is well-known for his influential 'black-golden' line of patinated cast brass animals, and it's hard to deny the appeal of his vast portfolio of designs. Whilst active for many decades, examples of Bosse's work produced during the 1950's by Herta Baller, such as this piece, are revered and widely collected for their exquisite quality of design & manufacture.

Designer: Walter Bosse

Manufacturer: Herta Baller

Year of Design: C. 1950

Dates Produced: C. 1949-51

Colour: Black, gold

Height: 9 cm, Width: 10 cm, Depth: 2.5 cm

Condition: Very good, natural wear to the black patination after years of continued use.

Branding: Unmarked