Amazing antique bronze with fine carved head of a knight in armor killing the dragon, by famous Austrian sculptor Friedrich Gornik ( 1877-1943 ). Signed " F. Gornik". Friedrich Gornik was born in 1877. Friedrich studied at the technical school in Villach, Austria. He went on to study with Theodor Charlemont in Vienna. Friedrich then studied at the Vienna School of Applied Arts. Friedrich Gornik first created ceramic depictions of animals, as well as designs for vases and bowls. He then went on to design large animal figures in plaster, based on zoological studies at Tiergarten Schönbrunn, and cast by other artists. During the first World War, Friedrich specifically created human figures and animal motifs for the 'Kunstgruppe des k.u.k. Kriegspressequartiers.' At this time he also exhibited at the Vienna Künstlerhaus. Friedrich Gornik's 'Troika' was purchased by Emperor Franz Joseph I and is now in the Imperial Villa in Bad Ischl. Friedrich's works are represented in several major museums including the Austrian Gallery Belvedere and the Heeresgeschichtliche Museum in Vienna. Friedrich Gornik died in 1943. This incredible sculpture Measures 21" tall including the fine onyx stone base.