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Donald De Lue Decorative Objects

American, 1897-1988

Donald De Lue was born in Boston, Massachusetts in 1897. He was an American sculptor, best known for his public monuments. De Lue studied at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and later served as an assistant to sculptors Richard Henry Recchia and Robert P. Baker. This was followed by five years in Paris where he continued his study, while working as an assistant to various French artists. He returned to the United States where he was engaged by Bryant Baker. In 1940, he was elected into the National Academy of Design as an Associate member and became a full Academician in 1943.

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Creator: Donald De Lue
"Brother Against Brother", Rare Art Deco Silver Medal/Sculptural Piece by De Lu
By Donald De Lue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A brilliant and rare example of late Art Deco sculpture struck in solid silver, this medal was designed by Donald De Lue in 1965 as part of the larger New York University Hall of Fam...
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1960s American Art Deco Vintage Donald De Lue Decorative Objects

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Silver

"Helios, God of the Sun", Large, Spectacular Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by De Lue
By Donald De Lue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of the largest and most impressive bronzes ever sculpted by Donald De Lue -- one of America's greatest sculptors of Art Deco monuments over the course of 50 years -- this bronze ...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Donald De Lue Decorative Objects

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Bronze

"Pulling A Soldier to Safety", Large Art Deco War Memorial Bronze by De Lue
By Donald De Lue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Extraordinarily powerful and poignant, this sculpture depicts a powerful nude helmeted soldier carrying and pulling his brother to safety after a serious injury on the battlefield. ...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Donald De Lue Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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Donald De Lue decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Donald De Lue decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original decorative objects by Donald De Lue were created in the Art Deco style in united states during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Walter Von Nessen, Oscar Bruno Bach, and Richmond Barthé. Prices for Donald De Lue decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,250 and can go as high as $1,250, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,250.

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