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Venus and Eros, Vienna Secessionist Ceramic Lidded Jar w/ Female Nude by Russ

About the Item

Charming and sensuous at the same time, this finely detailed lidded jar depicting a nude Venus figure accompanied by Eros was sculpted by Willi Russ for the Karau ceramic works in Vienna. It is alive with detail, showing Venus in an odalisque position, perched atop the lid and being offered a heart by Eros. The sides of the jar are ornamented with flaming hearts, birds and foliage. The bottom is well marked.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U1001188651180

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