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"Gladiator with Sword and Shield, " Unique Art Deco Sculpture with Male Nude

About the Item

Powerful and moving, this depiction of a nude male gladiator, laying his sword to the ground with his shield behind him, is a beautiful memorial celebrating the end of World War II, 1947. The Belgian sculptor -- Pierre Theunis -- captures the physique and musculature of the male figure with great sensitivity, and he finished the terra cotta with a thin, white wash which gives it an antique appearance. Theunis is best known for his figural sculptures in bronze and marble. This sculpture, to our knowledge, is the only extant example.
  • Creator:
    Pierre Theunis (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Terracotta,Molded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1947
  • Condition:
    Overall excellent; minor scuffing.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU865115688681

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