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"Arts and Abundance, " Swedish Art Deco Bronze Plaque

About the Item

A fine example of allegorical sculpture from the 1920s, this bronze plaque by a Swedish sculptor features a nude male figure radiating light, flanked by two other nudes representing the arts and abundance. The plaque has a lovely dark green patina.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1925
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8651992754

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