No. 102061662

Sold
Figurine - Madonna and Child - 24 cm - Ceramic
Final bid
€ 6
7 weeks ago

Figurine - Madonna and Child - 24 cm - Ceramic

A polychrome ceramic Madonna and Child executed in the modern devotional style associated with the Belgian workshops of Amphora and Perignem. The figure reflects the mid-twentieth-century movement toward simplified, modern interpretations of sacred subjects, where traditional iconography was translated into a more restrained sculptural language. The Virgin is depicted in a slender, elongated form, her drapery falling in simplified planes that give the piece a gentle vertical rhythm. The Child is held centrally within her arms, creating a compact and balanced composition. Both figures are crowned by stylised halos, subtly integrated into the modelling of the head and shoulders. The surface is finished in a soft polychrome palette, with a blue-toned robe contrasted by warm terracotta flesh tones and lighter accents to the Child’s garment. The glaze shows attractive tonal variation and a slightly fluid character that gathers naturally in the contours, lending the surface depth and visual movement. The facial expressions are quietly contemplative, with a softness that reinforces the devotional intent of the work. While somewhat more modest in execution than the most sculptural examples from the Amphora school, the piece remains a charming and characteristic example of Belgian mid-century religious ceramics. Condition is very good. No chips, cracks, or restorations are observed, and the glaze remains well preserved. Unmarked, but clearly consistent with the Amphora / Perignem tradition.

No. 102061662

Sold
Figurine - Madonna and Child - 24 cm - Ceramic

Figurine - Madonna and Child - 24 cm - Ceramic

A polychrome ceramic Madonna and Child executed in the modern devotional style associated with the Belgian workshops of Amphora and Perignem. The figure reflects the mid-twentieth-century movement toward simplified, modern interpretations of sacred subjects, where traditional iconography was translated into a more restrained sculptural language.

The Virgin is depicted in a slender, elongated form, her drapery falling in simplified planes that give the piece a gentle vertical rhythm. The Child is held centrally within her arms, creating a compact and balanced composition. Both figures are crowned by stylised halos, subtly integrated into the modelling of the head and shoulders.

The surface is finished in a soft polychrome palette, with a blue-toned robe contrasted by warm terracotta flesh tones and lighter accents to the Child’s garment. The glaze shows attractive tonal variation and a slightly fluid character that gathers naturally in the contours, lending the surface depth and visual movement. The facial expressions are quietly contemplative, with a softness that reinforces the devotional intent of the work.

While somewhat more modest in execution than the most sculptural examples from the Amphora school, the piece remains a charming and characteristic example of Belgian mid-century religious ceramics.

Condition is very good. No chips, cracks, or restorations are observed, and the glaze remains well preserved. Unmarked, but clearly consistent with the Amphora / Perignem tradition.

Final bid
€ 6
Clément Floch
Expert
Estimate  € 140 - € 200

Similar objects

For you in

Home & Garden Decor

Set a search alert
Set a search alert to get notified when new matches are available.

This object was featured in

                                        
                                                                                                    
                    
                                        
                                                                                                    
                    
                                        
                                                                                                    
                    
                                        
                                                                                                    
                    

How to buy on Catawiki

Learn more about our Buyer Protection

      1. Discover something special

      Browse through thousands of special objects selected by experts. View the photos, details and estimated value of each special object. 

      2. Place the top bid

      Find something you love and place the top bid. You can follow the auction to the end or let our system do the bidding for you. All you have to do is set a bid for the maximum amount you want to pay. 

      3. Make a secure payment

      Pay for your special object and we’ll keep your payment secure until it arrives safe and sound. We use a trusted payment system to handle all transactions. 

Have something similar to sell?

Whether you're new to online auctions or sell professionally, we can help you earn more for your special objects.

Sell your object