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Pair of Art Deco Oak Sculptures, Madonna and Saint Joseph, Signed 1939
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This impressive pair of sculptures depicts two timeless figures from Christian iconography, the Madonna lovingly holding the Child, and Saint Joseph with the young Jesus by his side. Each figure stands almost 145 cm (57 inches) tall, giving them a monumental, architectural presence, ideal for a chapel, gallery, or refined interior.
The sculptures were hand-carved in Belgium in 1939 and are signed by E. Henrotte. They belong to the late Art Deco period, a time when sacred art embraced the stylized forms and rhythmic geometry of modernism. Their vertical lines, simplified volumes, and calm expression reveal a strong kinship with the Amsterdam School, particularly with the devotional works of Hildo Krop and his contemporaries.
Executed in solid oak, both figures display a deep warm patina that enhances the expressive faces and drapery. Despite their monumental scale, they retain a sense of intimacy: the Madonna inclines her head in tender affection, while Joseph holds a lily symbolizing purity and protection, the Child looking upward in quiet trust.
Originally commissioned for a Belgian church or private patron, this pair transcends its liturgical function and stands as a rare example of interwar modernist religious sculpture. The combination of spiritual subject, masterful craftsmanship, and Art Deco form makes these pieces a highly desirable acquisition for collectors of sacred art, sculpture, or European modernist design.
Signed: E. Henrotte 1939, Belgium
Material: Hand-carved solid oak
Height: 144 cm 56.7 in
Width Madonna: approx. 43 cm 16.9 in
Width Saint Joseph: approx. 48 cm 18.9 in
Depth: approx. 30 cm 11.8 in
Condition: Excellent original condition with natural patina and minor wear consistent with age.
Price listed is per piece; both sculptures available together upon request.
- Dimensions:Height: 56.7 in (144 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)Depth: 12.6 in (32 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920-1930
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Antwerp, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU950436007832
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