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Large Art Nouveau Terracotta Sculpture "Zeus & Io" by Kai Nielsen, Denmark
About the Item
Monumental sculpture by Danish artist Kai Nielsen made in 1922 at "Kähler" workshop ("HAK"). The sculpture depicts a scene from the Ancient Greek legend of "Zeus & Io". It is made from unglazed terra-cotta (earthenware) and is signed by the artist ("Kai Nielsen") and the workshop ("HAK, DENMARK"). A rare and magnificent piece of art.
- Creator:Kai Nielsen (Artist),Kähler (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
- Style:Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1922
- Condition:Minor fading. Great condition with few signs of wear. Small firecracks from production.
- Seller Location:Odense, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3793136202932
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