Carl Kauba (Austrian, 1865–1922) “The Betrothal” Gilt bronze on carved marble base Signed C. KAUBA, circa 1890 or antique architectural models

or antique architectural models

crafted in exquisite tortoiseshell veneer with silver stringing and neoclassical inlay

The brushwork is soft and painterly

Four matching opaline perfume bottles

A beautifully intimate and expressive 19th century study sheet

Carl Kauba (Austrian, 1865–1922) “The Betrothal” Gilt bronze on carved marble base Signed C. KAUBA, circa 1890 or antique architectural modelsCarl 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