S. Helaine - Sculpture, Art-déco-Skulptur – Liegende Frau mit Hund - 28 cm - Spelter, Resin - 1930
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Description from the seller
Elegant, large-scale Art Deco sculpture depicting a reclining woman accompanied by a dog.
The figure stands out for its harmonious composition, finely rendered details, and decorative gold-colored finish.
There is a signature on the base that appears to read “S. Melani” and may be attributed to the Italian sculptor Salvatore Melani.
The underside also bears the marking “266 MAF,” presumably a model or manufacturer’s number.
The sculpture’s design is characteristic of the Art Deco style of the 1920s and 1930s.
Technical details
* Artist: Salvatore Melani (attributed)
* Period: Probably 1920–1940
* Style: Art Deco
* Material: Probably plaster or mineral casting compound with a gold-colored coating
* Length: 45 cm
* Height: 28 cm
* Width: 17 cm
* Weight: 5.95 kg (5,950 grams)
* Signature: Possibly S. Melani
* Marking: 266 MAF
Condition
The sculpture is in used condition consistent with its age.
The gold-colored surface shows signs of wear and minor chips in places.
There is a clearly visible crack in the female figure’s neck. As a result, the head is slightly loose and should be professionally stabilized.
The damage is documented in the photographs.
The sculpture is offered in its current condition.
Elegant, large-scale Art Deco sculpture depicting a reclining woman accompanied by a dog.
The figure stands out for its harmonious composition, finely rendered details, and decorative gold-colored finish.
There is a signature on the base that appears to read “S. Melani” and may be attributed to the Italian sculptor Salvatore Melani.
The underside also bears the marking “266 MAF,” presumably a model or manufacturer’s number.
The sculpture’s design is characteristic of the Art Deco style of the 1920s and 1930s.
Technical details
* Artist: Salvatore Melani (attributed)
* Period: Probably 1920–1940
* Style: Art Deco
* Material: Probably plaster or mineral casting compound with a gold-colored coating
* Length: 45 cm
* Height: 28 cm
* Width: 17 cm
* Weight: 5.95 kg (5,950 grams)
* Signature: Possibly S. Melani
* Marking: 266 MAF
Condition
The sculpture is in used condition consistent with its age.
The gold-colored surface shows signs of wear and minor chips in places.
There is a clearly visible crack in the female figure’s neck. As a result, the head is slightly loose and should be professionally stabilized.
The damage is documented in the photographs.
The sculpture is offered in its current condition.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Europe
Style
Art Deco
Material
Resin, Spelter
Artist
S. Helaine
Title of artwork
Art-déco-Skulptur – Liegende Frau mit Hund
Signature
Signed
Year
1930
Colour
Gold
Condition
Needs restoration
Height
28 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
45 cm
Weight
5950 g
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