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Pierre Le Faguays Figurine-Intoxication Signed Guerbe French circa 1930

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This is an original metal figurine of a Dancer by Max Le Verrier / Pierre Le Faguays, called GRISERIE, and signed GUERBE, made in France in the Art Deco period, circa 1930 . The figurine is beautifully sculpted by Pierre le Faguays in collaboration with Max Le Verrier's foundry, as a dancer called GRISERIE which translates to "Intoxication". The figure is typical of the Art Deco period generally. The metal figure has a green patinated original finish and sits on a black marble stepped base. The figurine is impressed in the casting with GUERBE (which is a pseudonym used by the sculptor) MAX LE VERRIER, PIERRE Le FAGUAYS & GUERBE Louis Octave Maxime Le Verrier, known more commonly as Max Le Verrier was a French sculptor and maker of Art deco figurines at his foundry in Paris. Today he is known as a pioneer within the Parisian Art Deco movement, creating decorative art objects often made in bronze as well as historical sculptures. Guerbe, is a pseudonym of Pierre Le Faguays 1892 to 1962. Monsieur Le Faguays sculpted Art Deco dancing figurines and worked closely with Max Le Verrier in his foundry in Paris.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.13 in (28.28 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The floral wreath on the original sculpture was moulded as an arc held by the lady hand to hand and the central section of this is missing. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall good antique condition. The black marble base has a small chip to one corner and a very small one to the diagonal corner. Price adjusted accordingly.
  • Seller Location:
    Lincoln, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M 3181stDibs: LU990327247392
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