Dish - Spelter - Art Deco jewelry tray






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This black-and-gold jewellery dish in Art Nouveau style is made of raw zinc and probably dates from the first half of the 20th century.
Description from the seller
Extraordinary, decorative jewelry tray in the classic Art Deco style, featuring an artfully designed, reclining female figure.
The elegant posture, harmonious lines, and the high-contrast black-and-gold design give this object a special aura and timeless elegance.
The sculpture bears the signature “Conte” and is attributed to the Italian sculptor Carlo Conte (1898–1966).
An appealing collector’s object that reflects the aesthetics of the early 20th century and convinces as both a jewelry tray and a decorative sculpture.
Object details:
* Artist: Carlo Conte (attributed)
* Signature: “Conte”
* Style: Art Deco
* Era: Probably the first half of the 20th century
* Material: Probably metal cast, exact alloy unknown
* Finish: Black with gold-colored accents
* Length: 27 cm
* Width: 18 cm
* Height: 9 cm
* Weight: 1,708 grams
* Country of origin: Not clearly determined
Condition:
Good used condition with age- and use-related paint wear and patina traces that emphasize the object's authentic character.
The photographs are part of the description.
Extraordinary, decorative jewelry tray in the classic Art Deco style, featuring an artfully designed, reclining female figure.
The elegant posture, harmonious lines, and the high-contrast black-and-gold design give this object a special aura and timeless elegance.
The sculpture bears the signature “Conte” and is attributed to the Italian sculptor Carlo Conte (1898–1966).
An appealing collector’s object that reflects the aesthetics of the early 20th century and convinces as both a jewelry tray and a decorative sculpture.
Object details:
* Artist: Carlo Conte (attributed)
* Signature: “Conte”
* Style: Art Deco
* Era: Probably the first half of the 20th century
* Material: Probably metal cast, exact alloy unknown
* Finish: Black with gold-colored accents
* Length: 27 cm
* Width: 18 cm
* Height: 9 cm
* Weight: 1,708 grams
* Country of origin: Not clearly determined
Condition:
Good used condition with age- and use-related paint wear and patina traces that emphasize the object's authentic character.
The photographs are part of the description.
