Wall decoration - Olympic pictures
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Pair of decorative relief plaques in painted wood with figures in resin, dating to the 1940s (estimated period 1940–1950), each measuring 30 cm high, 20 cm wide and 3 cm deep.
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Pair of relief decorative plaques - Commemoration of Olympic Games: Paris 1924 and Amsterdam 1928
Technical Description
Concept and Design:
Lot composed of two decorative relief plaques in an artisanal style that pay homage to two of the most emblematic Olympic moments of the 20th century: the VIII Olympiad Paris 1924 and the IX Olympiad Amsterdam 1928. Each piece features a three-dimensional sports action figure on a hand-painted background with period typography.
Paris 1924 plaque: Represents a javelin thrower, capturing the aesthetics of sports poster design from the 1920s.
Amsterdam 1928 plaque: Shows a long-distance runner crossing the finish line, with the Olympic flag in the background.
Constructive Details:
Material: Polychrome wood and resin/plaster for the relief figures.
Format: Frame with a top arched cap in a stepped semicircle, providing a classical altarpiece or honor plaque aesthetic.
Technique: Hand painting with matte finishes, aiming for an aged patina to accentuate the retro character.
Condition:
Good overall condition. They show slight signs of wear on the frame edges and small paint imperfections that reinforce their vintage and artisanal look. They do not show breaks or structural cracks.
Pair of relief decorative plaques - Commemoration of Olympic Games: Paris 1924 and Amsterdam 1928
Technical Description
Concept and Design:
Lot composed of two decorative relief plaques in an artisanal style that pay homage to two of the most emblematic Olympic moments of the 20th century: the VIII Olympiad Paris 1924 and the IX Olympiad Amsterdam 1928. Each piece features a three-dimensional sports action figure on a hand-painted background with period typography.
Paris 1924 plaque: Represents a javelin thrower, capturing the aesthetics of sports poster design from the 1920s.
Amsterdam 1928 plaque: Shows a long-distance runner crossing the finish line, with the Olympic flag in the background.
Constructive Details:
Material: Polychrome wood and resin/plaster for the relief figures.
Format: Frame with a top arched cap in a stepped semicircle, providing a classical altarpiece or honor plaque aesthetic.
Technique: Hand painting with matte finishes, aiming for an aged patina to accentuate the retro character.
Condition:
Good overall condition. They show slight signs of wear on the frame edges and small paint imperfections that reinforce their vintage and artisanal look. They do not show breaks or structural cracks.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Olympic pictures
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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