Gaston Hauchecorne : "Chinese dignitary", terracotta sculpture circa 1925

Superb bronze sculpture with green patina hues by Gaston Hauchecorne, France 1920s. Representation of a Malay pirate holding on to the railing of a ship with on hand and to the steering with the other. Beautiful detailing in the hands, muscles and face. In very good condition. Dimensions in cm ( H x L x l ) : 18.5 x 36 x 12.5 Secure shipping. Hauchecome was the brother of the French consul in Imperial China, Armand Hauchecorne. At the turn of the century, he was a professor at Peking University. In the literature, he is also mentioned as the managing director of the consulate in Chongqing, as an interpreter in Beijing (1911) or as a "diplomat" in France (1940), who had "spent a large part of his working life in China". Hauchecome produced numerous sculptures with Chinese motifs in terracotta and bronze, some with a humorous undertone. He exhibited his works at the Exposition nationale coloniale de Marseille in 1922 and at several salons of the Société nationale des beaux-arts in the 1920s. Some of Hauchecome's bronzes were crafted by the Parisian sculpture...

Soft stone sculpture representing a Roman dignitary from the 1900s on a stand with a column with a capital, 212 cm high for a tray size of 76 cm by 40 cm. Comes from the garden of a ...

Two Chinese Ming style sancai polychrome glaze terracotta pottery figures of Chinese dignitaries in glazed green and ocher terracotta on hexagonal bases and removable heads. The man ...

Chinese molded ceramic figure, fired in a matte gray finish, depicts a mustached dignitary in formal attire standing on a square base with both hands clasped. Some chipping with a p...

Elegant Standing Court Dignitary with joined hands in blue robes and a bird headdress. Polychrome Traces. When China was unified again, first briefly ...

This elegant Chinese terracotta sculpture, crafted in the 20th century, portrays a graceful court lady, a timeless symbol of refinement and cultural heritage. Its detailed craftsmanship and balanced proportions make it an exquisite addition to any collection or decor setting. Artistic Highlights: Material: Made from high-quality terracotta, showcasing detailed artistry. Design: Features a court lady in traditional Chinese attire, reflecting historical and cultural significance. Condition: Excellent overall condition, well-preserved with minimal signs of age. Dimensions: Height: 40 cm Width: 14 cm Depth: 10 cm Key Features: Cultural Representation: Captures the elegance and grace of a Chinese court lady...

This elegant Chinese terracotta sculpture, crafted in the 20th century, portrays a graceful court lady, a timeless symbol of refinement and cultural heritage. Its detailed craftsmanship and balanced proportions make it an exquisite addition to any collection or decor setting. Artistic Highlights: Material: Made from high-quality terracotta, showcasing detailed artistry. Design: Features a court lady in traditional Chinese attire, reflecting historical and cultural significance. Condition: Excellent overall condition, well-preserved with minimal signs of age. Dimensions: Height: 40 cm Width: 14 cm Depth: 10 cm Key Features: Cultural Representation: Captures the elegance and grace of a Chinese court lady...

Huge special terracotta sculpture of a pair of antelopes. The sculpture is signed and on a solid walnut wood pedestal. The animal pair is reproduc...

A large and captivating terracotta sculpture exuding remakable elegance. This unique piece is signed and dated Signature to be determined. France, circa 1972.

Art Nouveau terracotta sculpture by Georges Charle Coudrai, circa 1900. H: 63cm, W: 37cm, D: 30cm