John Nobelius - Sculpture, Il Narciso - 13 cm - Konstmassa
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This signed white konstmassa bust, titled “Il Narciso”, was made in Sweden by John Nobelius and has a modern style.
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Elegant and iconic Swedish bust in Art Deco style titled "Påskliljan" (The Narcissus), dating to the first half of the 20th century (circa 1930-1940).
The work depicts the idealized face of a young woman with a refined bob hairstyle, emblem of fashion of the 1920s and 1930s. The sculpture stands out for its clean, essential and sinuous lines, a perfect expression of Scandinavian modernism of the era.
This specific specimen bears on the chest the famous original signature engraved in cursive "Nobelius", a detail that distinguishes the more sought-after antique variants from the subsequent mass reproductions. Made in konstmassa (a precious Scandinavian mineral composite), it features a delicate matte white porcelain biscuit finish [1] and is mounted on a solid black geometric base that enhances the color contrast. A piece of great charm, ideal for modernist, vintage or eclectic interiors.
• Conditions: Excellent vintage condition commensurate with age. It presents a beautiful natural patina and very light superficial signs of time that certify its authenticity and history (please view the detailed photos carefully).
• Shipping: Professional, safe, and trackable packaging throughout Europe.
Elegant and iconic Swedish bust in Art Deco style titled "Påskliljan" (The Narcissus), dating to the first half of the 20th century (circa 1930-1940).
The work depicts the idealized face of a young woman with a refined bob hairstyle, emblem of fashion of the 1920s and 1930s. The sculpture stands out for its clean, essential and sinuous lines, a perfect expression of Scandinavian modernism of the era.
This specific specimen bears on the chest the famous original signature engraved in cursive "Nobelius", a detail that distinguishes the more sought-after antique variants from the subsequent mass reproductions. Made in konstmassa (a precious Scandinavian mineral composite), it features a delicate matte white porcelain biscuit finish [1] and is mounted on a solid black geometric base that enhances the color contrast. A piece of great charm, ideal for modernist, vintage or eclectic interiors.
• Conditions: Excellent vintage condition commensurate with age. It presents a beautiful natural patina and very light superficial signs of time that certify its authenticity and history (please view the detailed photos carefully).
• Shipping: Professional, safe, and trackable packaging throughout Europe.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
John Nobelius
Country of origin
Sweden
Style
Modern
Material
Konstmassa
Title of artwork
Il Narciso
Signature
Signed
Colour
White
Condition
Good condition
Height
13 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
6 cm
Weight
2 kg
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