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"Apotheosis of Pottery", Stunning Art Deco Low Bowl w/ Female Nude by Nielsen

About the Item

Although Jais Nielsen was one of Denmark's most prominent and prolific artists in the early to mid-20th century, and is known for his paintings and drawings that show the influence of Cubism and Art Deco, he is most revered for his work in ceramic. And so this large, heavy low bowl depicting the apotheosis of pottery, with a nude female figure holding a vase that Nielsen might have made himself, is highly symbolic of his artistic career. The vase features a sainted, robed figure, like many he captured in clay and glaze, and to the figure's side is another pair of ceramic vases. The bowl is dated 1950 and signed 1951, so clearly this piece was in progress over the course of a few months.
  • Creator:
    Jais Nielsen (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Diameter: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950-51
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU865142706152

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