Statue, Moeder en kind - 25 cm - Onyx
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Description from the seller
Art Deco sculpture mother with child with gold decorations – natural stone plinth – France – c. 1925–1940
Object description
Large and heavy Art Deco sculpture of a mother with her young child, presumably of French origin and dating from circa 1925–1940.
The depiction shows a seated mother lovingly and protectively holding her child against her. Her head rests against that of the child, while the child lies relaxed on her lap. The composition forms an intimate portrayal of maternal affection and security.
The figures are carefully formed, with much attention to facial expressions, flowing strands of hair, hands, feet, and the rich drapery folds of the garment. The elongated lines and stylized design nicely align with the decorative vocabulary of the Art Deco period.
Particularly notable are the gold-colored stylized ornaments on the dark garment. These consist of fine lines, dots and geometric-floral motifs and create an attractive contrast with the dark patinated finish of the sculpture.
The sculpture stands on a large elongated oval two-tone natural stone plinth, consisting of a light cream/white marbled upper plate and a contrasting black lower section with light veining. The combination of the dark sculpture, gold-colored decorations and two-tone natural stone gives the whole an elegant and luxurious appearance.
With a width of about 47 cm and a total weight of about 7 kg, it is a large, heavy and substantial decorative object.
Specifications
Object: figurative sculpture
Subject: mother with child
Country of origin: presumed France
Estimated production period: c. 1925–1940
Style: Art Deco
Finish: dark patinated with gold-colored decorations
Plinth: two-tone natural stone
Technique: cast and decorative finish
Dimensions and weight
Height: about 25 cm
Width: about 47 cm
Depth: about 15.7 cm
Weight: about 7 kg
Condition
The sculpture is in good condition with age and usage marks appropriate for the estimated period.
The surface shows locally natural patina, slight discoloration and minor surface wear. The gold-colored decorations are well preserved and show locally minor wear appropriate to age and use.
The depiction is complete; finer protruding parts such as hands, fingers and feet are present.
The natural stone plinth shows natural veining, color variations and structure, as well as minor age and usage marks.
Overall, it has a nicely preserved and well-worn appearance and has not been refinished.
The photographs form an integral part of the description and should be viewed carefully to form your own impression of the execution, patina, gold-colored decorations, natural stone plinth and general condition.
Art Deco sculpture mother with child with gold decorations – natural stone plinth – France – c. 1925–1940
Object description
Large and heavy Art Deco sculpture of a mother with her young child, presumably of French origin and dating from circa 1925–1940.
The depiction shows a seated mother lovingly and protectively holding her child against her. Her head rests against that of the child, while the child lies relaxed on her lap. The composition forms an intimate portrayal of maternal affection and security.
The figures are carefully formed, with much attention to facial expressions, flowing strands of hair, hands, feet, and the rich drapery folds of the garment. The elongated lines and stylized design nicely align with the decorative vocabulary of the Art Deco period.
Particularly notable are the gold-colored stylized ornaments on the dark garment. These consist of fine lines, dots and geometric-floral motifs and create an attractive contrast with the dark patinated finish of the sculpture.
The sculpture stands on a large elongated oval two-tone natural stone plinth, consisting of a light cream/white marbled upper plate and a contrasting black lower section with light veining. The combination of the dark sculpture, gold-colored decorations and two-tone natural stone gives the whole an elegant and luxurious appearance.
With a width of about 47 cm and a total weight of about 7 kg, it is a large, heavy and substantial decorative object.
Specifications
Object: figurative sculpture
Subject: mother with child
Country of origin: presumed France
Estimated production period: c. 1925–1940
Style: Art Deco
Finish: dark patinated with gold-colored decorations
Plinth: two-tone natural stone
Technique: cast and decorative finish
Dimensions and weight
Height: about 25 cm
Width: about 47 cm
Depth: about 15.7 cm
Weight: about 7 kg
Condition
The sculpture is in good condition with age and usage marks appropriate for the estimated period.
The surface shows locally natural patina, slight discoloration and minor surface wear. The gold-colored decorations are well preserved and show locally minor wear appropriate to age and use.
The depiction is complete; finer protruding parts such as hands, fingers and feet are present.
The natural stone plinth shows natural veining, color variations and structure, as well as minor age and usage marks.
Overall, it has a nicely preserved and well-worn appearance and has not been refinished.
The photographs form an integral part of the description and should be viewed carefully to form your own impression of the execution, patina, gold-colored decorations, natural stone plinth and general condition.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Style
Art Deco
Material
Onyx
Title of artwork
Moeder en kind
Signature
Not signed
Colour
Black, Bronze, Brown, Gold, White
Condition
Good condition
Height
25 cm
Width
47 cm
Depth
15.7 cm
Weight
7000 g
