1910s Sculptures

Beautifully stylized a fisherman figurine with a great balance of harmony stands, portraying the inner world's beauty through pure beauty. This Valuable rare unique art piece is a gr...

François-Emile Decorchemont Pate-de-Verre Glass Mold Of A Female Ladies Face. A rare, large and very heavy sculpture of either a mask or a modeled face. At 3.5 inches thick in glass with a peach, pink or rose color; this statue was exhibited in the Brooklyn Museum, New York in 1971. With much research; I haven’t seen or heard of a similar form by Decorchemont. The original Brooklyn Museum loan sticker is on verso with the Decorchemont stamp on her left cheek. For serious collectors or rare Art Deco, Art Nouveau glass. Circa 1910 Molded Signature DECORCHEMONT Height: 7 Inches (13.3 cm) Width:. 5.2 Inches (16.5cm). AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return if the items are not as described. François-Emile Décorchemont French, 1880-1997 François Décorchemont, originally an accomplished painter and potter of recognized ability, turned to the making of glass in 1904. Pâté de verre was the medium in which he excelled and for which he is best known. After studying decorative art in Paris, François Décorchemont returned to his native Conches in 1910 to develop new techniques in stained glass, particularly in the use of crystal to give multicolored and faceted panes. After 1909, while continuing to produce fine glass paste pieces, Francois Decorchemont began to experiment with a new casting technique. François Decorchemont, Emile's son and also an artist, helped out in his father’s studio, in particular helping him to research the possibilities of creating jeweled adornments in pates d'email (enamel pastes) for Gerome's polychrome sculptural creations. Francois Décorchemont, a potter and painter at the outset of his career, became fascinated with the IDEA of developing and utilizing a thin translucent glass material in his work. It was in essence the revival and an adaptation of a long forgotten Egyptian glass-making process using colored crystal powdered glass, metallic oxides and an adhesive paste. This "new" material, known as pâte de verre was developed around the turn of the century, principally at the Sevres porcelain factory, by a number of artists working there, notably Henri Cros and Albert Dammouse. The end of the 19th century was an illuminated period in the history of art. Impressionist painting appeared and created an interest in glass as material. Traditional sculpting materials such as bronze and marble made way for glass with its possibilities of light and color. Henry Cros and François Décorchemont became the leaders of French pâte de verre and facilitated the proliferation of this colorful glass. His first major work, in 1934, was inn the Eglise Sainte-Odile near Porte Champerret in Paris, some 300 square meters of brilliant colors. After the war, he devoted his work to churches in the Eure, including of course Beuzeville where, thanks to the generosity of the local council, the church is lit at night so that his work can be admired from outside. During the first half of the 20th century a number of French artists became famous for their work in pâte de verre, and Francois Decorchemont among them. March 2014, 20th Century’s Greatest Art Dealer Felix Marcilhac’s Collection Privee at Sotheby’s - Chang Yi Entrusts Antoine Leperlier in the Bidding of a Francois Decorchemon's Original. It has been reported that Felix Marcilhac’s Collection Privee auction at Sotheby’s brought in 33,125 Euros (28,000 RMB), three times the estimated price. Marcilhac is considered the greatest Art Deco dealer...

Another rare pate de verre item by Henri Cros in collaboration with his son Jean Cros. A very nice size at 10.75 Inches by 8.65 Inches. translucent; this plaque can be lit up from be...

Royal Copenhagen, Denmark. Porcelain figurine of a mouse on a corn cob. Model number 512. Approximately 1910. In perfect condition. Marked. First factory quality. Dimensions: L 13.0 ...

Michel Decoux, (1837-1924),a Belgian sculptor. Art Deco sculpture of a roaring stag in silver-patinated bronze on a black marble base. 1910/1920s. ...

Seal Stamp "Statuette Drapée" made in frosted glass with turquoise patina by René Lalique in 1912. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Sublime patina. Height: 6.5 cm Félix Marc...

We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Statuette of a naked woman sitting in patinated plaster of Paris; plaster of Paris, is a very resistant material, used since ancient times, it was used by the ancient Egyptians as a binder in the construction of the pyramids and is used in sculpture for its strength, the name is linked to the ancient quarries of Montmartre in Paris; the statue is a work of the famous Belgian sculptor and bronze artist Joseph Zomers which he executed between 1915 and 1920 and whose signature is on the pedestal. The woman is represented posing with ill-concealed malice and shows without reticence her body with a thin erotic veil, the artist has not executed the face precisely to accentuate a mysterious charm; it is a figure of harmonic proportions that takes into greater consideration the erotic connotations, however, a refined and elegant eroticism that presents itself in a courteous manner, subtle and suggestive but at the same time provocative and irreverent; the woman, in her most intimate dimension, as a naked presence, defenseless but seductive, becomes the embodiment of the poetic essence of the artist, the emblematic figure of his aesthetics. It is an object in perfect Art Nouveau style (Jugendstil), in fact, many artists of this current used eroticism as their work, portraying women as ethereal and fatal beings, letting themselves be inspired by "le beau sexe" thanks to their naked forms, soft and seductive. Joseph Zomers was born in Liege in Belgium in 1895 and died in 1928; he studied art in Maredsous (Belgium), many of his works are permanently exhibited at the Musèe de Liège; Zomers is well known for his public monument "Tchantchès" in Liege. This great work in stone and bronze is located in the Otremeuse district in Rue Pont-Saint-Nicolas; designed by Joseph Zomers, the statue represents a "hiercheuse", the name was given to the women who pulled the carts in the mine, a tribute to those valiant young people vilified and victims of the exploitation of women's labor, the woman holds aloft the puppet of Tchantchès. Tchantchès is the name given to a puppet that appeared in Liège in the 19th century. The popular character, Tchantchès became over time the archetype of the goodman of Liege, witty and good-natured, wise and subtle, quick to find resolutions and fertile in resources, when he is depressed, he recovers with a joke that reveals the popular Walloon citizen, mocking and sentimental. It was therefore fitting to erect a monument to these two popular and significant symbols of the proud city...

Exceptional antique Buddha made of hand-carved marble and in some parts has the original gold leaf residue, elegantly sitting on a custom-made wood base and graceful looking forward.

Antique Bronze Satyr Sculpture, Antique Bronze Faun Sculpture, Antique Bronze Devil Sculpture, Alix Marquet Bronze Sculpture, Gothic Antique Sculpture. Antique French Bronze Bust Sc...

A hand-carved effigy of mother and child from the Dayak tribe in Borneo, mounted on a black metal stand. Ancestral figures were important in Dayak culture as a means of spiritual p...

A marvelous combination of whimsy and sensuosity, Ferdinand Liebermann's depiction of a nude youth holding forth with a stork, symbol of wisdom, was first c...

Found in a chateau in Loriol du Comtat, in the Provence region of France, this large-scale plaster sculpture is signed and dated by the artist, making it a rare find. Originally part of a boiserie containing a fireplace, the sculpture decorated the main hall of the chateau. The artist, Marius Sain, created the piece for the owners of the chateau in 1914. The lovely depiction of a shepherdess and her flock is a fitting subject for an area of France in which shepherding is such an important part of the culture. The preserved heritage of transhumance in Provence goes back at least 800 years, as evidenced by collections of ancient songs, stories, and art. Life-size in scale, the lovely sculpture features a mix of high-, mid-, and low-relief embellishments. A hooded shepherdess tends to her flock of sheep with a crook in hand. A dog sits calmly at her feet as the flock gathers in front of them. Both the shepherdess and the dog are in high relief, as is the lead sheep. The lamb seen suckling from the front sheep was crafted in mid relief, as is the visible head on the far right of the sculpture. There are a few sheep behind them in low relief. Large trees can be seen on either side of the group, while off in the background (faintly visible) are a castle with four fastigiate Mediterranean cypress trees (known as Stricta) and a spired church. The attention to detail is magnificent, with textured surfaces including the animals’ fur and the uneven ground. Block print on the plaster can be seen at the base. The letters read Le Soir, which is French for “The Night”. The right side of the sculpture has been signed “M Sain 1914”. Marius Joseph Sain was born in 1877 in Avignon, France. In 1902, Sain moved to Paris to study at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. Through introductions by his older brother and painter, Paul...

Sitting black painted sitting Buddha sculpture, Cambodian, circa 1920s The statue is decorated with multiple red and green colored mirrored glass pieces. Several area around the che...

Wall-Mounted Weather Station in Art Nouveau Style Carved Oak By R. Krengel 1910s Eupen Belgium High quality mechanism with jeweled movement barometer and thermometer (in centigrade)...

- Wood, cast-iron - circa 80 kilogramme - circa 1910.

A Meiji period bronze of a huntsman carrying a gun, Signed in a seal. ??? in an elaborate seal script, Which reads “Kakuha sei”. Japanese, circa 1910. Kakuha Kanzaemon had shops...

Wall-mounted weather station in carved walnut made in Spa Belgium by Valentine Engel High quality mechanism with Jeweled movement barometer and thermometer (in centigrade) Unusual de...

Large Early 20th.Century Pine Horse This is a substantial animal, he has previously been stripped back to mostly bare wood, which does help to show what sound condition he is in He...

Wall-mounted weather station in carved walnut made in Belgium by A. de Lambert. High quality mechanism with jeweled movement barometer and thermometer (in centigrade) Unusual design with high relief C-scrolls and flowers in Rococo style (from theArt Nouveau' period) with a lovely walnut case/. Equipment in full working order. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any further questions.

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Beautiful bronze sculpture by sculptor Victor-Heinrich Seifert (born 1870 - 1953). This bronze figure is named "Pierrot". A boy in festive costume reaches out his hand to dance. B...

A large and rare antique Austrian gilded bronze desk set/sculpture, modeled as a Pug dogs with her two puppies, documented, circa 1910. To the center i...

Theodor Madsen for Royal Copenhagen. Rare porcelain figurine. Colossal elephant. Dated circa 1910. Model number 447. Measures: 42 x 30 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.   

Excellent and rare Art Nouveau ceramic piece from a series of the four seasons: Naked putto in a wide striding position, his blond head tilted to the left and holding a cascade of fl...

This large work of art molded during the early 1900's is signed by the artist. The winged bearded man is in good condition for its age, and on a solid wood structure. The sculpture...

This very colorful and exotic bronze is typical of the work of Franz Bergmann. While it does not bear his foundry mark, it has all the ear marks of his work. The subject, the qualit...

1910s Belle Époque cold-painted small bronze figurine of a pair of hounds/dogs by Franz Bergmann, Austria By: Franz Bergmann Material: bronze, paint, copper, metal Technique: cast, ...

Japanese tiger in bronze on a wooden base, circa 1920. Meiji periode.

We buy many Vienna bronzes by the Bergman foundry. They do capture our imagination. We can safely say that this one is most unusual and whimsical. It's not the children that is part...

This astonishing early 20th century Orientalist sculpture is one of the finest of its kind, full of movement, sensuality and effortless charm. The work of celebrated Italian sculptor...

1910s cold-painted small bronze mouse figurine manufactured by Franz Bergmann, Austria By: Franz Bergmann Material: bronze, paint, copper, metal, glass Technique: cast, cold-painted...

Wall-mounted weather station in carved walnut made in Liege Belgium by G.Tart. High quality mechanism with jeweled movement barometer and thermometer (in centigrade) Unusual design ...

Carrying import marks for London in 1913 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Antique, Sterling Silver Model of a Hoopoe, is wonderfully cast and realistically hand finished. The mod...

This very high quality casting of a lion is beautifully detailed and is done in the Bergmann tradition, although unsigned. The cold painting is bright, clean and in excellent conditi...

Extremely rare if not unique, this extraordinary timepiece may be the only sculpture-cum-clock ever cast by the Roman Bronze Works, America's premier bron...

Classic early 1910s characterful pair of antique German porcelain poodle 'wally' dogs holding baskets filled with gilt piggies. In a hand painted finish. Nice to place these items on...

Early 20th Century American Prisoner Art Diorama Monkey Saloon Bar “ Bills Bar at the Last Chance ”, the bar, the piano, the telephone kiosk and 2 tables...

Seal Stamp "Papillon Ailes Fermees" made in frosted glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1919. Engraved signature. Perfect condition Measure : H...

Sculpture of still life in Murano glass, constructed using the technique of blown and applied glass with intricate detailed poly chrome pieces of fruit in a glass bowl is made by Ar...

Lovely piggy bank with inscription aiming to collect money for the society for children’s footwear. This union was established in 1889 and was still active in mid-1930s.

Lady in solid Italian Art Nouveau marble with column and fountain 1910 It has some cracks as shown in the photos

A bronze alloy Art Nouveau woman entitled "Coup de soleil" table lamp, Signed Ferrand (1846-1932). The sculpture features a thinly dressed nymph with a branching Art Nouveau-style fl...

A large and rare ceramic monochromatic putto holding grapes (Autumn from "The Four Seasons") by Austrian designer Michael Powolny for Gmundner Keramische Werkstatte. First designed b...

A rare and large pate de verre molded sculpture of the mythological God Pan. Very thick and heavy; this glass piece is primarily bluish green with yellow, reds and orange. The likeness is uncanny with perfectly modeled facial features and traces of his goat horns. This piece was said to exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum in 1971 but there is no documentation. The mask is stamped Decorchemont on his right cheek. For serious collectors of Art Deco - Art Nouveau rare and beautiful glass, circa 1915. Measures: Height: 7.75 inches (19.75 cm) Width: 5 inches (12.8 cm) AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return if the items are not as described. François-Emile Décorchemont...

Cast bronze clasped hands by Sylvain Norga. Belgium circa 1915. Norga was known for his religious themed castings. This piece would have been mounted to an object or structure. Extre...

A life size terracotta bronze coloured sculpture of an eagle with glass eyes, by Reps & Trinte Magdeburg, Signed and marked. Germany c.1910 Dimensions. H74 x W77cm x D40cm. H29.13 ...

Sterling silver swashbuckler, Cartier, circa 1910.

Excellent and rare Art Nouveau ceramic piece from a series of the four seasons: Naked putto in a wide striding position, his blond head tilted to the right and holding a cascade of ...

Classic early 1910s Desk Catchall figurine. This polychromed cold painted metal is probably something you need if you’re a Vienna bronze or a dog figure collector. Also nice as a gif...

Young dancer in an oriental costume with a tight bustier, a long, softly falling green skirt and a diadem on her hair tied at the nape of her neck, posing with her upper body stretch...

Rare unusual Majolica frog playing guitar sitting on a chair signed Jerome Massier, circa 1910.

This wonderful porcelain sculptural group depicting children playing in an 'adult wedding’ conveys with surprising accuracy the emotional component of the moment, conveyed in the expression of children's faces. Dimensions: Height: 7.13 inches (17.82cm) With: 11.75 inches (29.37) Depth: 4.5 inches (11.25cm) Royal Vienna Porcelain. The Royal Vienna Porcelain Manufactory (German: Kaiserlich privilegierte Porcellain Fabrique) was a porcelain manufacturer in Alsergrund in Vienna, Austria. It was founded in 1718 and continued until 1864. The firm was Europe's second-oldest porcelain factory after Meissen porcelain, and for 25 years the two remained the only European...

Bronze “Dachshund” dog sculpture with brown patina and marble base, made by Oskar Pflug (1858 - 1937). Signed O PFLUG. Fec Germany, CIRCA 1910.

Excellent Large Art Nouveau Group: Monumental depiction of a pair of lovers in intimate embrace: Unclothed young lady sitting on a pedestal and kissing the naked young man standing ...

Large Jugendstil / Art Nouveau Sculpture entitled 'Judith' by E.Tell from Austria around 1900-1910. Gilded bronze (bronze dore), heavy execution (circa 29 kg with stone) Standing o...

Signed Mario Korbel/ 1929 No. 1 and stamped Roman Bronze Works.

Classic early 1910s metal (bronze) figurine. Shows a beautiful pug dog. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. It's fixed on a marble base. This one is singed with a signature a...

A classic decorative Jesus statue. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of a kind of Metal (probably white metal) on a wooden base. Ver...

A beautiful animal sculpture, with a representation of two tigers, made of pipe earth / terracotta. Nicely patinated with multi-colored palette. The statue is marked but not signed. ...

Fantastic detailed pair of car driver´s bookends. Silver plated bronze. Signed G. Lorenzini. Perfect for a automobilia fan. Perfect gift for Car Mascot - Hood Ornament

HÉLÈNE ZELEZNY-SCHOLTZ (1882-1974). A bronze sculpture “Reading of the newspaper”, 1915. A man reads the newspaper for six other men sitting on a bench. The inscription on the base ...

Very charming Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurines: Boy in dark blue jacket, under it a brown vest, striped pants and lace-up shoes, on his head a green cap with a wide brim, a white scarf around his neck, with his right arm reaching far back to throw a snowball at the girl, with his left hand holding more prepared snowballs to his chest. The boy is supported from behind by a small toboggan and is based on round snow base. The girl in purple flowered dress...