Lamp - Terracotta

Title: Large Terracotta Lamp- sculpture “The Elegant” – 55 cm – Signed Danvillos (1990)
Expert Description:
Imposing 55 cm lamp-statuette depicting a stylized feminine silhouette in a long dress, topped with a wide hat. This massive terracotta sculptural work bears witness to artisanal craftsmanship from the late 20th century.
The piece stands out for its physical presence and exceptional stability. The signature “Danvillos 1990” is hand-engraved directly in the clay, attesting to independent atelier production.
Technical details:
Artist / Manufacturer: Danvillos (Artisan craftsman).
Era: 1990.
Material: Natural terracotta (dense clay).
Height: 55 cm (Prestige format).
Weight: Very heavy (Stable piece, ideal as a lamp base).
Finish: Underside of the base protected by original black velvet.
Condition: Good state of preservation, no major cracks.
Why is this piece interesting?
Unlike light, mass-produced items, this 55 cm lamp is a true decorative sculpture. The work with the clay, left with a natural grain and mineral hues, gives it an authentic and timeless look. Bought in Switzerland, it illustrates the taste for robust and elegant statuette luminaires from the 1990s.