Quimper - Statuette, Sacre Coeur - 35 cm - Faience - 1922

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Henriot Quimper Christ at the Sacred Heart, a large polychrome ceramic statue by Quimper, 35 cm high with a base width of 11.5 cm and depth of 11 cm, weighing 910 g, signed HR QUIMPER and inscribed SACRÉ COEUR on the base, dating to 1904–1922, from France, in good condition.

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Henriot Quimper (1904-1922) – Christ at the Sacred Heart – Large polychrome earthenware statuette

Very beautiful large statue representing Christ at the Sacred Heart, made in polychrome earthenware from Quimper.

The sculpture features a richly hand-painted decor in blue, red, white, yellow and gold. Christ is depicted standing, arms open, presenting the Sacred Heart. The rectangular base is decorated and bears the inscription “SACRÉ COEUR”.

The piece is marked on the reverse “HR / QUIMPER”, with the indication “1904-1922”, corresponding to the period of use of this mark by the Henriot factory of Quimper.

A fine example of Breton religious earthenware from the early 20th century, particularly interesting for its 35 cm size.

Condition: very good overall. No chips, cracks or apparent restoration. The polychromy and the decorations are well preserved.

Dimensions:

* Height: 35 cm
* Weight: 910 g
* Material: polychrome earthenware
* Manufacturer: Henriot Quimper
* Mark: HR / QUIMPER
* Period: 1904-1922
* Subject: Christ at the Sacred Heart
* Origin: France

Old piece, authentic and decorative, intended for collectors of Quimper earthenware and religious art.

Henriot Quimper (1904-1922) – Christ at the Sacred Heart – Large polychrome earthenware statuette

Very beautiful large statue representing Christ at the Sacred Heart, made in polychrome earthenware from Quimper.

The sculpture features a richly hand-painted decor in blue, red, white, yellow and gold. Christ is depicted standing, arms open, presenting the Sacred Heart. The rectangular base is decorated and bears the inscription “SACRÉ COEUR”.

The piece is marked on the reverse “HR / QUIMPER”, with the indication “1904-1922”, corresponding to the period of use of this mark by the Henriot factory of Quimper.

A fine example of Breton religious earthenware from the early 20th century, particularly interesting for its 35 cm size.

Condition: very good overall. No chips, cracks or apparent restoration. The polychromy and the decorations are well preserved.

Dimensions:

* Height: 35 cm
* Weight: 910 g
* Material: polychrome earthenware
* Manufacturer: Henriot Quimper
* Mark: HR / QUIMPER
* Period: 1904-1922
* Subject: Christ at the Sacred Heart
* Origin: France

Old piece, authentic and decorative, intended for collectors of Quimper earthenware and religious art.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Quimper
Ceramics type
Faience
Country of origin
France
Style
Folk Art
Material
Ceramic
Title of artwork
Sacre Coeur
Signature
Human Resources Quimper, Hand signed
Year
1922
Colour
Blue, Brown, Red, White, Yellow
Condition
Good condition
Height
35 cm
Width
11.5 cm
Depth
11 cm
Weight
910 g
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