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A 55 cm tall terracotta lamp-sculpture titled L'Élégante, signed Danvillos (1990), of Swiss origin, in excellent condition and in working order.
Description from the seller
Title: Grand Ceramic Lamp-Sculpture "The Elegant" in Terracotta – 55 cm – Signed Danvillos (1990)
Expert's Description:
Impressive lamp-statuette at 55 cm representing a stylized female silhouette in a long dress, topped with a wide hat. This sculptural work in solid terracotta testifies to a characterful artisanal craft dating from the late 20th century.
The piece stands out for its physical presence and exceptional stability. The signature "Danvillos 1990" is hand-engraved directly into the clay, attesting to independent workshop production.
Technical Details:
Artist / Manufacturer: Danvillos (Artisan of art).
Era: 1990.
Material: Natural terracotta (dense clay).
Height: 55 cm (prestige size).
Weight: Very heavy (Stable piece, ideal for a lamp base).
Finish: Underside of the base protected by original black velvet.
Condition: Good condition, no major cracks.
Why this piece is interesting?
Unlike lightweight mass-produced pieces, this 55 cm lamp is a genuine decorative sculpture. The earth-work, left with a natural grain and mineral nuances, gives it an authentic and timeless appearance. Purchased in Switzerland, it illustrates the taste for robust and elegant statue-like luminaires from the 1990s.
Title: Grand Ceramic Lamp-Sculpture "The Elegant" in Terracotta – 55 cm – Signed Danvillos (1990)
Expert's Description:
Impressive lamp-statuette at 55 cm representing a stylized female silhouette in a long dress, topped with a wide hat. This sculptural work in solid terracotta testifies to a characterful artisanal craft dating from the late 20th century.
The piece stands out for its physical presence and exceptional stability. The signature "Danvillos 1990" is hand-engraved directly into the clay, attesting to independent workshop production.
Technical Details:
Artist / Manufacturer: Danvillos (Artisan of art).
Era: 1990.
Material: Natural terracotta (dense clay).
Height: 55 cm (prestige size).
Weight: Very heavy (Stable piece, ideal for a lamp base).
Finish: Underside of the base protected by original black velvet.
Condition: Good condition, no major cracks.
Why this piece is interesting?
Unlike lightweight mass-produced pieces, this 55 cm lamp is a genuine decorative sculpture. The earth-work, left with a natural grain and mineral nuances, gives it an authentic and timeless appearance. Purchased in Switzerland, it illustrates the taste for robust and elegant statue-like luminaires from the 1990s.

