Robert Olszewski for Goebel American Frontier Collection Bronze Miniatures, 1987
Item Details
Robert Olszewski earned a bachelor degree of Science in Art Education from University of Pennsylvania, while a student he exhibited artworks in local Pittsburgh galleries. Upon graduation he taught junior high school before becoming a full-time artist popular for his minatures. Olszewski’s miniatures became popular after mastering the lost wax casting method but was propelled into miniature fame in creating reproductions of Goebel’s Hummels and Royal Doulton figurines. He later accepted the position of Master Artist at Goebel Minature Studios. In the late 20th century Olszewski created his own studio where his leading client was Disney, recreating areas of the parks and Disney films in miniature sculpted scenes. Robert Olszewski’s works have been displayed at Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A.; Carnegie Art Museum, California; The Baker Museum, Florida; the White House, D.C. and many more.
| Brand | Goebel |
| Materials | Bronze |
| Marks | Shape Number, Maker’s Mark, Origin |
| Maker | Robert Olszewski |
| Period | Late 20th Century, 1980s, Vintage |
| Date | 1987 |
| Origin | United States |
| Name or Title | Eight Count, The Bronco Buster, Grizzly’s Last Stand, The End of the Trail, Indian Scout and Buffalo, The First Ride |
| Series | Frontier Collection, Trail Blazers Series, Taming the West Series, Rodeo Series, Cowboy Series, Western Wildlife Series, Indian Series |
| Edition | Limited Edition |
| Number of Items | 6 |
Condition
- minimal marks and wear to figurines; light nicks and finish wear to wood display; dust residue.
Dimensions
- measurements of display stand with cover.
Item #
ITMGC19278
