Original Imperial German Pre-WWI Scarce Bronze Bust of Otto von Bismarck in Uniform - Numbered 7912 - 13" Tall

Original Item. Only One Available. Otto Eduard Leopold, Prince of Bismarck, Count of Bismarck-Schönhausen, Duke of Lauenburg was a German statesman and diplomat who oversaw the unification of Germany and served as its first chancellor from 1871 to 1890. Bismarck's Realpolitik and firm governance resulted in his being popularly known as the Iron Chancellor (Eiserner Kanzler).

This is one of the most outstanding bronze busts we have ever offered, that being of one of the most prolific Germans in history. During the German Imperial period, he became a hero to German nationalists, who built monuments honouring him. Historians praise him as a visionary who kept the peace in Europe through diplomacy.

The bronze, which dates to the Pre-WWI period, depicts Bismarck in uniform, likely around 1885. It depicts him in uniform with braided shoulder boards. His iconic bushy mustache is very prominent. The bronze measures roughly 13” tall and is very heavy, just under 9 pounds at 8.95lb. The base is 5" in diameter. The bottom of the bronze is stamped with a number, which appears to be 7912, but the last digit is a bit difficult to make out. 

An outstanding bust of Bismarck, ready for further research and display.