Decorative ornament - Mythological Scene -126 cm
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Selected by Constance Rousseau
Master marquetry craftswoman with 4 years' expert experience. Trainee auctioneer at Sotheby's Paris.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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A textile-mounted mural depicting four mythological female figures, printed on fabric with a satin-like texture, framed by a long wooden frame 126 cm high by 96 cm wide and 5 cm deep, in good used condition dating to 1960–1970.
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It is a piece that fully breathes the spirit of Art Nouveau: that taste for the undulating line, the sensuality of the forms, and the evocation of a mythical world that seems suspended outside time. Here, the scene —printed on fabric with a softness almost satin— shows four female figures with a mythological air, seated on a padded bench, wrapped in flowing tunics that fall like water over their bodies. They do not pose; they converse; they do not represent a specific myth, but the atmosphere itself of the mythological: serenity, beauty, a moment arrested.
The wooden frame, long and generous at 126 cm, acts as a threshold. Its warm gold and delicate ornamentation do not compete with the image, but embrace it, reinforcing that decorative character so typical of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The flowers bordering the scene —open, stylized, almost musical— are pure Art Nouveau language: idealized nature, turned into visual rhythm.
The whole functions as a mural ornament designed to fill a space with elegance and calm, a piece that does not seek to impose but to envelop. It has that charm of objects created to beautify daily life, where mythology becomes decoration and decoration, a small poetic refuge.
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Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a piece that fully breathes the spirit of Art Nouveau: that taste for the undulating line, the sensuality of the forms, and the evocation of a mythical world that seems suspended outside time. Here, the scene —printed on fabric with a softness almost satin— shows four female figures with a mythological air, seated on a padded bench, wrapped in flowing tunics that fall like water over their bodies. They do not pose; they converse; they do not represent a specific myth, but the atmosphere itself of the mythological: serenity, beauty, a moment arrested.
The wooden frame, long and generous at 126 cm, acts as a threshold. Its warm gold and delicate ornamentation do not compete with the image, but embrace it, reinforcing that decorative character so typical of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The flowers bordering the scene —open, stylized, almost musical— are pure Art Nouveau language: idealized nature, turned into visual rhythm.
The whole functions as a mural ornament designed to fill a space with elegance and calm, a piece that does not seek to impose but to envelop. It has that charm of objects created to beautify daily life, where mythology becomes decoration and decoration, a small poetic refuge.
Tracked shipping and secure packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Mythological Scene -126 cm
Material
Textile, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
126 cm
Width
96 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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