Wall decoration - Olympic pictures
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Pair of wooden decorative relief plaques commemorating the Paris 1924 and Amsterdam 1928 Olympic Games, each with a hand-painted, three‑dimensional athletic figure on a hand-painted background, framed with a stepped arched top, dating from 1940–1950 and measuring 30 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 3 cm deep, in good condition with minor edge wear and small paint imperfections.
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Pair of decorative relief plaques - Commemoration of the Olympic Games: Paris 1924 and Amsterdam 1928
Technical Description
Concept and Design:
Bundle consisting of two decorative relief plaques in a handcrafted style that honor two of the most emblematic Olympic milestones of the 20th century: the VIII Olympiad in Paris 1924 and the IX Olympiad in Amsterdam 1928. Each piece features a three-dimensional sporting action figure on a hand-painted background with period typography.
Paris 1924 Plaque: Depicts a javelin thrower, capturing the aesthetic of 1920s sports posters.
Amsterdam 1928 Plaque: Shows a long-distance runner crossing the finish line, with the Olympic flag in the background.
Construction Details:
Material: Polychromed wood and resin/plaster for the relief figures.
Format: Frame with a stepped semicircular arched top, imparting a classic retablo or commemorative plaque aesthetic.
Technique: Hand-painted with matte finishes, aiming for an aged patina to emphasize the retro character.
Condition:
Good overall condition. Show slight signs of wear on the frame edges and small imperfections in the paint that enhance its vintage, artisanal look. No breaks or structural cracks."
Pair of decorative relief plaques - Commemoration of the Olympic Games: Paris 1924 and Amsterdam 1928
Technical Description
Concept and Design:
Bundle consisting of two decorative relief plaques in a handcrafted style that honor two of the most emblematic Olympic milestones of the 20th century: the VIII Olympiad in Paris 1924 and the IX Olympiad in Amsterdam 1928. Each piece features a three-dimensional sporting action figure on a hand-painted background with period typography.
Paris 1924 Plaque: Depicts a javelin thrower, capturing the aesthetic of 1920s sports posters.
Amsterdam 1928 Plaque: Shows a long-distance runner crossing the finish line, with the Olympic flag in the background.
Construction Details:
Material: Polychromed wood and resin/plaster for the relief figures.
Format: Frame with a stepped semicircular arched top, imparting a classic retablo or commemorative plaque aesthetic.
Technique: Hand-painted with matte finishes, aiming for an aged patina to emphasize the retro character.
Condition:
Good overall condition. Show slight signs of wear on the frame edges and small imperfections in the paint that enhance its vintage, artisanal look. No 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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