Walter Bosse / Herta Baller — Patinated brass - 4 nesting hedgehogs - 195

Vintage set of 4 nesting hedgehogs — Walter Bosse / Herta Baller — Patinated brass, 1950s–60s. A magnificent set of 4 hedgehog ashtrays/trinket dishes made of solid brass, with an iconic design attributed to Walter Bosse and produced by the Herta Baller workshop in Vienna (Austria), around 1955–1965. These cult pieces of mid-century design combine humour, elegance, and Austrian craftsmanship. Each hedgehog fits perfectly into the next to form an adorable family, both decorative and functional. The large hedgehog measures 12 cm long and 7.5 cm wide, a generous and sought-after size, ideal for use as a trinket dish, ashtray, or sculptural piece. Features: Solid brass/bronze (non-magnetic, clear sound) Original black/brown patina, beautiful and unrestored. Austrian craftsmanship from the 1950s–60s. Hammered interior, striped exterior with naturally polished edges. Complete set of 4 nesting pieces. Perfect for vintage, modernist, Scandinavian decoration, or MCM collection. Condition: Very good vintage condition: patina well preserved, no cracks, slight and authentic wear from time. Dimensions of the large hedgehog: 12 cm × 7.5 cm. Value ++ Authentic Walter Bosse / Herta Baller sets are highly sought after in the European mid-century design market today. A true collector's piece, to be displayed alone or as a family! This set meets the manufacturing standards of vintage pieces by Walter Bosse, known for their modernist design, quality of casting, and characteristic patina. Walter Bosse (1904–1979) was a major Austrian creator of post-war modernist design. Trained in Vienna, he became famous for his small patinated brass animal sculptures — playful, elegant, and innovative.