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This elegant 29-inch vintage statue captures the romanticized "Orientalist" aesthetic popular in British design during the early to mid-20th century. … Read more This elegant 29-inch vintage statue captures the romanticized "Orientalist" aesthetic popular in British design during the early to mid-20th century. Crafted from classic English terracotta, the figure depicts a young woman in an idealized, exoticized costume—likely inspired by North African or Middle Eastern "Odalisque" dancers often seen in Art Deco and Art Nouveau art. The maiden is depicted in a graceful contrapposto pose, leaning against a decorative architectural plinth. Her attire includes a detailed beaded coin belt, a fringed wrap skirt, and an ornate headdress, reflecting the "Exoticism" movement. The statue is made of high-fired terracotta, showing a beautiful aged patina. The surface exhibits a natural "weathered" look with subtle variations in the clay's reddish-orange hue, which is highly desirable for collectors of vintage garden ornaments. Despite its smaller scale (29 inches), the piece features intricate detailing in the hair and the textures of the jewelry, typical of English pottery workshops that specialized in garden statuary and architectural terracotta. See less
- Dimensions
- 13ʺW × 8ʺD × 29ʺH
- Styles
- Art Deco
- Period
- 1990s
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Terra Cotta
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Terra Cotta
- Condition Notes
- The statue is in good vintage condition, showing signs of age that contribute to its authentic character. The statue is in good vintage condition, showing signs of age that contribute to its authentic character. less
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