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Walkyrie Sculpture by Enrique Molins-Balleste, France, 1920
$5,000
£3,811.09
€4,395.69
CA$7,101.50
A$7,631.30
CHF 4,094.64
MX$89,892.09
NOK 51,485.52
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DKK 32,851.65
About the Item
French Art Deco “Walkyrie” Sculpture by Henri Molins-Balleste, France, ca. 1920.
Striking French Art Deco sculpture depicting a Walkyrie, created circa 1920 by Henri Molins-Balleste.
This powerful and theatrical composition is executed in spelter, mounted on an elegant base combining marble and onyx, materials frequently used in high-quality Art Deco sculpture. The figure is rendered with strong graphic lines and a sense of movement, characteristic of early Art Deco figural works inspired by mythology, opera, and heroic themes.
The sculptural modeling emphasizes dynamism and dramatic presence, hallmarks of Molins-Balleste’s work, who was particularly celebrated for his expressive figures and decorative sculptural groups.
Origin: France
Period: circa 1920
Materials: Spelter, marble, onyx
Dimensions
Width: 21.3 in. (54 cm)
Height: 14 in. (35.7 cm)
Depth: 5.1 in. (13 cm)
Engraved “Balleste” on the base (see photo)
Condition
Very good vintage condition, with minor edge nicks consistent with age and materials.
A rare and dramatic Art Deco mythological sculpture, ideal for collectors of early 20th-century French decorative arts or sculptural interiors.
Biography – Henri (Enrique) Molins-Balleste
Enrique Molins-Balleste, known professionally as Henri Molins-Balleste, was born in Barcelona, Spain, and later established his career in Paris, where he became active during the early decades of the 20th century.
Molins-Balleste worked under both surnames, “Molins” and “Balleste,” and it is common to find identical or closely related models signed with either name. He is best known for his theatrical figural sculptures, genre groups, and figural lighting, which align closely with the aesthetics of Art Deco and late Belle Époque decorative art.
His work often draws inspiration from mythology, opera, and dramatic narratives, characterized by expressive poses, dynamic compositions, and a strong decorative presence. In addition to metal sculptures, Molins-Balleste also produced works in carved wood, demonstrating his versatility across materials.
Today, sculptures by Molins-Balleste are appreciated for their dramatic flair, sculptural energy, and clear Art Deco identity, making signed examples particularly desirable among collectors of period sculpture.
- Creator:Enrique Molins-Balleste (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 14.77 in (37.5 cm)Width: 21.26 in (54 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920
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- Seller Location:Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2312348324972
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