1950s Sungott Art Studios "The Infant Academy" Framed Classical Relief Plaque

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An elegant mid-20th-century decorative relief medallion by Sungott Art Studios of New York, reproducing The Infant Academy, originally sculpted in … Read more An elegant mid-20th-century decorative relief medallion by Sungott Art Studios of New York, reproducing The Infant Academy, originally sculpted in 1848 by British artist Edward William Wyon after Sir Joshua Reynolds.

The circular, ivory-toned sculptural plaque depicts three young children rendered in finely modeled classical relief. Its composition, with expressive faces, curling hair, and softly draped fabric, evokes the sentimental charm of 19th-century British art.

Presented against a muted green fabric ground within an octagonal giltwood frame, the piece beautifully combines Victorian Revival imagery with mid-century Hollywood Regency styling.

A delicately engraved inscription along the lower edge references Sir Joshua Reynolds, E. W. Wyon, and the original publication date of 1848.

Complete with a vintage brass hanging ring and rear hanging wire.

Dimensions: Approximately 11 1/8" W × 13 1/4" H

Period: Mid-20th Century

Maker: Sungott Art Studios, New York

Style: Hollywood Regency, Neoclassical, Victorian Revival

Materials: Stone-like composition relief, giltwood, fabric

Condition: Good vintage condition with gentle age-related wear. The green fabric backing displays faint staining and discoloration, and the giltwood frame shows minor surface wear. The relief retains its attractive aged finish and detailed modeling.

An inviting accent for a curated gallery wall, traditional library, English country interior, or sophisticated nursery. See less