By Ugo Cipriani
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture by Ugo Cipriani (1887–1960), France 1920.
An exceptional large-scale French Art Deco terracotta sculpture by renowned Italian-born sculptor Ugo Cipriani (1887–1960), depicting a graceful nude female figure in a dynamic kneeling pose. Rich in movement and emotion, this striking work perfectly captures the elegance, sensuality, and modernity that define the Art Deco period.
Executed in terracotta, the sculpture displays warm natural tones and finely modeled anatomical details, highlighting Cipriani’s remarkable ability to convey both strength and femininity. The dramatic upward gaze and fluid composition create a powerful visual presence, making this piece an outstanding focal point for an Art Deco interior, sculpture collection, or curated design space.
The sculpture is signed "U. Cipriani" on the base, confirming its authenticity.
Dimensions:
Height: 24 in (61 cm)
Width: 20.9 in (53 cm)
Depth: 7.5 in (19 cm)
Born in Florence, Ugo Cipriani studied at the Florence Academy of Fine Arts and became known for his mastery of marble, bronze, alabaster, and terracotta. The son of sculptor Adolfo Cipriani, he developed a distinctive style influenced by the refined geometry and decorative elegance of the 1920s and 1930s. Among his notable achievements is the 1919 bronze monument dedicated to Guglielmo Oberdan in Florence.
In 1935, Cipriani relocated to Paris as a political refugee, leaving Fascist Italy behind. He continued his artistic career in France, where he remained active until his death in 1960.
A rare and highly decorative example of French Art Deco sculpture, this authentic Ugo Cipriani terracotta...
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French Art Deco Vintage 1920s Sculptures
