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French Art Deco Terracotta Face Mask Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco Terracotta Face Mask Sculpture.
Our French Art Deco terra cotta sculpture can be
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Signed U. Cipriani
By Ugo Cipriani
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco terracotta sculpture signed U. Cipriani.
Italian Art Deco terra cotta sculpture of
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Monumental Pair Italian Art Deco Terracotta Urns
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental Pair Of Italian Art Deco Terracotta Urns.
Offered is a stunning pair of Italian Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Italian Classical Greek Urns
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Terracotta
$14,850 / set
French Art Deco Terracotta Lioness Sculpture by Michael, 1910s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of a Lioness by Michael, France, 1910s. This striking French
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
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Terracotta
GUERO Art Deco Terracotta Young Lady Bust, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Terracotta Bust by Jean-Charles Guéro, 1920s
A beautifully stylized French Art
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Busts
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture BrownColor Woman Head France 1980 Signed
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture BrownColor Woman Head France 1980 Signed
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Vintage 1980s French Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Art Deco Terracotta Athlete Sculpture by Henri Bargas
By Alexandre Kéléty, Ferdinand Preiss, Pierre Le Faguays, Demetre Chiparus, Henri Bargas
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco terracotta athlete sculpture by Henri Bargas.
This fabulous French Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Black Color Woman Head France 1940 Signed
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Black Color Woman Head France 1940 Signed
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Vintage 1940s French Romantic Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Brown Color Double side France 1980 Signed
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Brown Color Double side France 1980 Signed
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Vintage 1980s French Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Matched Pair of Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture or Statues by Demetre Chiparus
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture or Statues by Demetre Chiparus
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Ugo Cipriani The Rudder, French Art Deco Terracotta, 1920
By Ugo Cipriani
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture by Ugo Cipriani, 1920s Man Operating Rudder. This striking
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Athlete Sculpture by Le Lourme, France, Circa 1950
Located in Beirut, LB
Impressive Art Deco terracotta sculpture of an athlete signed "Le Lourme" Edited by "Deluen Paris
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Henri Bargas, the Three Doves, French Art Deco Terracotta 1920
By Henri Bargas
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture “The Three Doves” by Henri Bargas, France, circa 1920
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
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Terracotta
Demetre Chiparus French Art Deco Terracotta Lady Bust Sculpture, 1920
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture by Demetre Chiparus (1886-1947), France, ca.1920. This
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Qty Avail Art Deco Terracotta Statue Christ w/ Alpha + Omega
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco terracotta statue of Christ was reclaimed from the Calvary Baptist Church which was
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Statues
Materials
Terracotta
POLBERT Large French Art Deco Terracotta Lady With a Greyhound, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare and large French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture by Polbert, France, 1920s. "Lady with a
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Woman Sculpture
Located in Marseille, FR
Superb ART DECO sculpture representing a woman's head on a green marble base. Head 22 cm high base
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Busts
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Terracotta
Early 20th Century Art Deco Terracotta Bust of Man - Johannes Dommisse
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Striking Art Deco terracotta bust, beautifully patinated in deep green tones, depicting a strong
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Busts
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Belgian Black Marble
20th century French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Dog Signed R.Pollin, 1930s
By R Pollin
Located in LEGNY, FR
Charming Art Deco terracotta sculpture depicting a dog, created in the 1930s and signed R. Pollin
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Ugo Cipriani French Large Art Deco Terracotta Mother and Child Sculpture, 1920
By Ugo Cipriani
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco terracotta sculpture by Ugo Cipriani (1887-1960), France, 1920. Mother and child
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Art Deco Terracotta Seated Nude with Fawn, Signed Ary Bitter
By Ary Bitter
Located in New York City, NY
A fine signed original French Art Deco terracotta sculpture of a naked young woman seated on a
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of a Seated Woman with Dog signed"Eribe"circa 1930
Located in Beirut, LB
A charming and exceptionally preserved French Art Deco terracotta sculpture by the artist Eribe
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
1930 Art Deco Terracotta Girl Statue, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Material terracotta, hand painted, about 100 years old
- Author August Otto was born in 1868 in
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of A Woman with a Dog, by George Costes
Located in Toronto, CA
An extremely elegant Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of a woman with her Borzoi dog, made in 1930 by
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Candelabra, France, circa 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very charming Art Deco candelabra with a deep, verdigris patina. Lovely, chunky design.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Candelabras
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Terracotta
Demetre Chiparus Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Elephant and Baby, circa 1930
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Atlanta, GA
Demétre Chiparus, Rare Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of Walking Elephants, France, circa 1920
An
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
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Terracotta
French Art Deco Terracotta Female Nude Sculpture
Located in London, GB
A terracotta sculpture depicting a sitting female nude, attributed to Gabriel Eugène Coquelin (1907
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Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of a Woman with Her Borzoi Signed Georges Coste
By Georges Coste
Located in Beirut, LB
Crafted by the celebrated French sculptor Georges Coste, this exquisite Art Deco terracotta
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French, Art Deco Terracotta Athlete Sculpture by Bargas
By Demetre Chiparus, Alexandre Kéléty, Charles Lemanceau, Henri Bargas, Ferdinand Preiss
Located in Houston, TX
This fabulous French Art Deco patinated terracotta sculpture of a nude male athlete is signed Henri
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Ruth Milles French Art Deco Terracotta Statue, "Suzanne" Breton Character, 1927
By Ruth Milles
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco terracotta sculpture by Ruth Milles (1873-1941), Carl Milles sister. School of
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Vase with
Fire
Glaze, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual vase hand-painted in orange, yellow and brown nuances - mimicing fire. Designed and manufactured by Knabstrup in Denmark during the 1920s. Similar in appearance to designs by...
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Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Art Deco Vases
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Earthenware
Michael Powolny Attributed Art Deco Terracotta Winged Putti Figure
By Michael Powolny
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish art deco pottery sculpture of winged putti attributed to renowned sculptor and
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Signed “S.Melani”, circa 1930
By Salvatore Melani
Located in Beirut, LB
dramatic composition.
The sculpture is crafted in terracotta, giving it an aged greenish hue. It is
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Early 1900 Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture " a panther on a rock " 19Th
Located in Gavere, BE
Period : Art Deco
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1910s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta, Clay
Art Deco Terracotta Patinated Sculpture Engraved and numbered 1037
Located in Beirut, LB
This sculpture depicts of a muscular archer in a dynamic pose, pulling back the string of a bow while preparing to release an arrow. The figure is kneeling on one knee, with the othe...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Black Art Deco Terracotta Relief Vase from Knabstrup, 1920s
By Knabstrup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual relief earthenware vase with floral patterns. Black paint over maroon paint. Designed and manufactured by Knabstrup in Denmark during the 1920s. Similar in appearance to desi...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Vases
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture, White Color, Man Head, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is an Art Deco Period, Sculpture in stone, representing an Man Head.
In a white color. It has
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Vintage 1940s French Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Brents Carlton Art Deco terracotta/ ceramic sculpture of girl. signed
By Brents Carlton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful sculpture by Brents Carlton , that can be placed some where Art Deco to Modern
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Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracotta Metal Patinated Sculpture Engraved "MAF" and numbered 306
Located in Beirut, LB
This magnificent and highly dynamic Art Deco sculpture captures an athletic male figure, the Archer
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Salvatore Melani Sculpture Accent Lamp Woman France 1920s Art Deco Terracotta
By Salvatore Melani
Located in Peoria, AZ
" from which the term Art Deco originates. At the same time Josephine Baker was dancing at the Folies
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
$4,400 Sale Price
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WPA Art Deco Terracotta Buffalo Sculpture by Anthony Vozech, Circa 1930s
Located in Bernville, PA
WPA terracotta buffalo sculpture by Anthony Vozech, circa 1930s. Dimensions: 8” wide 20” high 22
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Gabriel Beauvais Rare Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Leda and the Swan, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
and is featured in the book Craquelés Art Deco by Alain Hardy and Bruno Gilardi (Editions Penthesilla
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Early 20th Century Art Deco Terracotta Bust of Cleopatra by G. Carli
By Giuseppe Carli
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An Art Deco sculpture depicts Cleopatra. Beautiful polychrome green patina. On a Black Belgian
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Busts
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Belgian Black Marble
French Art Deco Terracotta Nude Female with Figure of Love by Ary Bitter
By Ary Bitter
Located in Miami, FL
unique work of art is the perfect testimony of the best talented artist creation.
The representation of
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Terracota Sculpture - Spain, 1932
Located in Girona, Girona
Art Deco terracotta sculpture representing a naked young girl posing.
Signed and dated: Joan
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Ceramics
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Terracotta
Beautiful Green Terracotta Sculpture Signed “S.Melanie”, circa 1920
By Salvatore Melani
Located in Beirut, LB
Art Deco terracotta sculpture of a young lady and her fawn in green patina. Signed by the artist on
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Terracotta Bust of a Satyr by Max Le Verrier
By Charles Lemanceau, Pierre Le Faguays, Max Le Verrier
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful and rare French Art Deco terracotta bust of a satyr by well listed artist Max Le Verrier
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Busts
Materials
Terracotta
French Terracotta Sculpture Depicting King Kong
Located in Houston, TX
French terracotta sculpture depicting King Kong. This stunning well executed French Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
The Rudder, Terracotta, 1930s
By Ugo Cipriani
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
French Art Deco terracotta sculpture by Ugo Cipriani (1887-1960), France, 1930s. A man operating a
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1930s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Art Deco 1940s Enamelled Boule Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A chic, Art Deco terracotta boule lamp with chocolate brown glaze and decorative, scrolling
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20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Terracotta
Terracotta Sculpture Entitled “Dreaming” Signed D.H CHIPARUS
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Beirut, LB
D. H. Chiparus Art Deco Terracotta sculpture entitled 'Dreaming' of a naked woman sitting on an
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Clarisse LEVY KINSBOURG Art Deco Young Girl
Greyhound Terracotta Sculpture
By Kaza, Clarisse Levy Kinsbourg
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Ceramic Sculpture of a Young Girl & Spaniel Terracotta – Signed Clarisse Levy
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
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Terracotta
Art Deco Sculpture of a Male Pulling a Rope signed “Alexandre Kelety"
By Alexandre Kéléty
Located in Beirut, LB
Art Deco terracotta sculpture of an athletic young man pulling a rope signed by the French artist
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Antoine Capaldo French Art Deco Terra Cotta Lioness 1910s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Terracotta Lioness by Antoine Capaldo, Edited by Fontaine & Durieux, Paris, 1910s
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Modern Bronze Scorpion Fish on Marble Base
Located in Beachwood, OH
23 x 22 x 10 inches
Bruno Tornati was an Italian sculptor known for his Art Deco terracotta figures
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
French Art Deco Terra Cotta Swallows Centerpiece, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This French Art Deco terracotta sculpture, dating from the 1930s, features a stunning centerpiece
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Terracotta, Glass
Art Deco Plaster Buste of a Young Pierrot Boy - Giuseppe Carli
By Giuseppe Carli
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An Art Deco terracotta sculpture depicts a young boy as a Pierrot. Beautiful patina. In a good and
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Busts
Materials
Plaster
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Art Deco Terracotta For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic art deco terracotta available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, terracotta and wood, every art deco terracotta was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an art deco terracotta, we have 198 options in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the art deco terracotta you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An art deco terracotta, designed in the Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made art deco terracotta over the years, but those crafted by Ugo Cipriani, Demetre Chiparus and Henri Bargas are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Art Deco Terracotta?
Prices for an art deco terracotta start at $223 and top out at $35,000 with the average selling for $2,450.
A Close Look at Art-deco Furniture
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
Questions About Art Deco Terracotta
- What is the history of Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.
Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture. - What defines Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is art deco ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
- When did Art Deco originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What was Art Deco influenced by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What was the Art Deco movement?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
- What is an art deco watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
- What is art deco jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between Art Deco and mid-century modern (MCM) is that the terms describe two distinct design styles. Art Deco typically refers to pieces produced between the 1920s and 1930s. Furniture produced in this style tends to display bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs, metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. MCM, or mid-century modern, emerged after World War II. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. Designers working in this style frequently used industrial materials, including steel, fiberglass, molded plywood, and alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak. Explore a wide variety of Art Deco and mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Was Eileen Gray Art Deco?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The answer to whether Eileen Gray's designs were Art Deco depends on which piece you're considering. Gray was ever-evolving as a designer. By the early 1920s, she was creating geometric works that embodied the essence of Art Deco and the nascent modernist design movement. Some pieces, like her Bricks screen, employ the planar forms favored by Gerrit Rietveld and other De Stijl architects of the Netherlands. Others feature the tubular chrome framing used by Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who are associated with the mid-century modern design style. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Eileen Gray furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main features of Art Deco are geometry-influenced shapes, bright color schemes and bold patterns. Art Deco architecture and design are both heavily influenced by the Cubism movement, which relied on the use of non-traditional angles and shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Art Deco features bold geometric designs, clean lines and vibrant colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco style furniture appeared right before the start of World War I and is defined by sharp lines, vibrant colors and bold patterns. Heavily influenced by geometry, Art Deco furniture was born out of the Cubism movement.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To identify Art Deco furniture, first look for maker's markings in inconspicuous areas. Once you've found them, use trusted online resources to research the manufacturer and determine whether they were active during the Art Deco era, which spanned from the 1920s through the 1930s. You can also look for classic characteristics of Art Deco furniture, such as bold geometric lines and forms, intricate floral motifs, metal accents, mirrored finishes and fine materials such as shagreen, marble, mahogany wood, zebra wood, ebony, exotic animal hides, onyx and mother-of-pearl. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with making identifications. Shop a collection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco jewelry valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Art Deco jewelry is valuable. Jewelry from the 1920s and ’30s has remained consistently popular. It experienced a major revival in the 1960s, and even today, jewelry makers continue to be inspired by the period. As a result, demand for Art Deco jewelry is typically high, but the actual value of a piece depends on its style, maker, age and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine how much your jewelry is worth. Explore a large selection of Art Deco jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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