Sculpture Bust of a Child in Biscuit Porcelain from C. Tharaud, Limoges, 20th Century

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A splendid large-format porcelain sculpture (almost 40 cm tall), an example of the manufacturing excellence of limoges (france). This bust … Read more A splendid large-format porcelain sculpture (almost 40 cm tall), an example of the manufacturing excellence of limoges (france). This bust of a child features refined artistic execution, combining two different porcelain finishes for a truly exquisite aesthetic.

subject and style: the work depicts the bust of a child in the style of the famous "enfants" by brongniart or houdon, with a sweet, dreamy expression. The sculptural part (face and torso) is crafted from biscuit (unglazed porcelain), a refined technique that gives the surface a matte, soft, and velvety finish, similar to parian marble, enhancing the delicate complexion and the details of the wavy hair.

material and finish: the chromatic contrast is the highlight of this work: the pure white of the biscuit porcelain blends with the pedestal base made of porcelain glazed in the highly sought-after "veritable bleu de four" (true oven blue/cobalt), a deep and intense color achieved at high temperatures. The base is further embellished with fine pure gold trim that highlights the moldings. Inside the base is the gold hallmark: "g.l. Limoges france - veritable bleu de four - made in france" and the engraved signature c. Tharaud.

technical details and condition:

· type: bust sculpture.

· manufacture: limoges, france (g.l. Mark).

· materials: biscuit porcelain (bust), cobalt blue and gold porcelain (base).

· dimensions: shoulder width 23 cm, depth 15 cm, height 38.5 cm.

condition: excellent vintage condition. The biscuit is intact, free of chips or stains. The blue enamel and gilding are well preserved and shiny.

please note that any white areas in the photographs are due to reflections from artificial lighting, used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

the item is original and has been carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

it is sold "as is," and the and photographs are accurate. This piece has an attribution mark,
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