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Vietnamese Art Deco Lacquered Bronze Bust of Asian Woman by Nguen Than, Ca. 1920

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Vietnamese Art Deco Lacquered Bronze Bust of Asian Woman by Nguen Than, Ca. 1920 Signed by the artist. DIMENSIONS Height: 7 inches Width: 3.5 inches Depth: 3 inches ABOUT SCULPTURE This early 20th Century (ca. 1920) head sculpture of an Asian woman is masterfully done in black-lacquered bronze by the renowned Vietnamese artist Nguen Thanh Le. Signed by the artist, Nguen Thanh Le. ABOUT ARTIST Nguyen Thanh Le (1919–2006) was a Vietnamese artist renowned for his bronze sculptures, particularly busts of young Vietnamese women. His works, often created around the 1950s, are characterized by detailed craftsmanship and cultural representation. Many of these sculptures are inscribed with Chinese characters on the back of the neck. His art has been featured in various auctions, with pieces like "Head of Vietnamese Young Woman" being sold at Christie's. Nguyen Thanh Le's work continues to be celebrated for its artistic and cultural significance
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Please examine photos attentively, as they are part of the description. Send us a message to request more details or discuss price.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819344630452

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