G. Van De Voorde, La Fontaine, 1900, Pewter

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Nice proof in pewter representing the nymph Syrinx charming Pan, stamped and signed Georges Van de Voorde (1878-1970).
Belgian eclectic … Read more Nice proof in pewter representing the nymph Syrinx charming Pan, stamped and signed Georges Van de Voorde (1878-1970).
Belgian eclectic sculptor, Georges Van de Voorde was a student at the academy of Kortrijk and then became professor and director of the academy of Decorative Arts in Molenbeek (Brussels).
"The Fountain" is a poetic work featuring Syrinx, the Nymph in love with Pan, god of nature, here represented by a bust. Syrinx, lightly clothed, her coiffed curls surrounding her smiling face, tickles the beard of Pan.
The fountain seems to be filled with water and reflects the scene through the use of a mirror. It is surrounded by vegetation and finely chiseled birds.
This large pewter sculpture will delight by its delicacy and the harmony that emanates from it.

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Period: 1900

Size : 40 cm
Height : 40 cm
Width : 29 cm
Depth : 20 cm

Weight : 7,6 kg
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