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1930s Torino Glazed Porcelain Sculpture of Seated Venus on Shell by Lenci, Italy

$2,100
£1,603.34
€1,852.65
CA$2,948
A$3,285.86
CHF 1,723.98
MX$40,125.66
NOK 21,829.28
SEK 20,631.99
DKK 13,827.10

About the Item

1930s Torino glazed porcelain sculpture of seated Venus on shell over dolphins, manufactured by Lenci, Italy By: Lenci Material: ceramic, porcelain, enamel, paint, clay Technique: cast, pressed, glazed, enameled, painted, hand-painted, hand-crafted Dimensions: 6 in x 8 in x 8 in Date: early 20th century, circa 1930 Style: Art Déco Place of origin: Italy Softly modeled and delicately hand-painted, this Italian porcelain sculpture by Lenci depicts a seated Venus emerging from a stylized shell supported by two dolphins. Her serene expression and inward pose convey a quiet introspection, while the fluid modeling of the limbs and shell forms emphasizes grace over ornamentation. The palette, dominated by pale celadon, lilac, ivory, and blue, enhances the sculpture’s ethereal quality without excess. Lenci, established in Turin in 1919, became known for merging artisanal techniques with modernist aesthetics, as seen in the fine glazing and subtle enameling of this piece. Manufacturer’s marks and origin are present on the base, consistent with Lenci’s early 20th-century production.
  • Creator:
    Lenci (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8678245400302

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