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"Two Giraffes, " Fabulous, Large Art Deco Rondel in Enameled Aluminum, Unique

$2,800
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About the Item

Bold and striking, this remarkable polished aluminum rondel with matte-finish enamel painted decoration depicts two towering giraffes, flanked by Primitive symbols. The symbols incorporate the chevron, one of the favoured motifs of artists in the Art Deco period. The piece is signed "Borsh," though nothing is known about his life or career.
  • Creator:
    Borsh (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Diameter: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU865116032492

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