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Antique Terracotta Bust of a Female Beauty by Georges Morin, French, 1910
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Antique Terracotta Bust of a Female Beauty by Georges Morin, French, 1910

1900 - 1920
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Antique Terracotta Bust of a Female Beauty by Georges Morin, French, 1910

Beautiful terracotta bust of a female, she wears a headscarf and gazes wistfully downwards, by George Morin, signed

French, Circa 1910

Condition: very good condition

Dimensions: Overall Height 55.5 Cms x 29 Cms Wide x 17 Cms Depth

Physical Dimensions
Height
55.5cm (21.85")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Terracotta Bust to the 1910s.

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SA1055759
Dealers Internal Reference
JF 306
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Antique Terracotta Bust of a Female Beauty by Georges Morin, French, 1910
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Beautiful terracotta bust of a female, she wears a headscarf and gazes wistfully downwards, by George Morin, signed.
Judy Fox Antiques

French, Circa 1910

Condition: very good condition

Dimensions: Overall Height 55.5 Cms x 29 Cms Wide x 17 Cms Depth

Height
55.5cm (21.85")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Terracotta Bust to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1055759
Dealers Internal Ref
JF 306
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018

We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

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Archive I A terracotta bust of a young woman with a headscarf and draped garments on a rustic square pedestal.

Antique Terracotta Bust of a Female Beauty by Georges Morin, French, 1910

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A terracotta bust of a young woman with a headscarf and draped garments on a rustic square pedestal.
Antique Terracotta Bust of a Female Beauty by Georges Morin, French, 1910
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialTerracotta, Earthenware
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsDraped headscarf, turned posture, carved pedestal base
  • SizeH 55.5 cm (22 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

This sculpture is an Art Nouveau terracotta bust of a female beauty created by Georges Morin in France during 1910. The earthenware piece has a warm brown finish displaying rich tonal variation, detailed hair strands falling across the forehead, a draped headscarf, and a textured, rustic square pedestal base. The young woman wears draped garments, tilts her head with a turned posture, and gazes downwards with a contemplative expression. The figurative sculpture measures 55.5 cm high, 29 cm wide, and 17 cm deep. In a modern home, this piece suits placement on a mantelpiece to complement a French chateau interior design scheme. The work functions as a striking decorative focal point in a living room, study, or hallway, displaying the characteristic curves and naturalistic motifs of the early twentieth-century movement.

FAQs

Art Nouveau terracotta busts from the early 20th century feature organic lines, naturalistic human forms, and stylised drapery or hair. Sculptors emphasised fluid facial expressions and movement, reflecting the movements focus on nature and organic forms.

Terracotta sculptures were created by modeling clay directly or casting it in plaster molds. After drying, the piece was fired at low temperatures in a kiln, often receiving a subtle wash, slip, or cold-painted finish to enhance the natural clay tones.

Authentic pieces usually feature hand-carved finishing details, foundry stamps, sculptor signatures, or mold numbers near the base. The clay exhibits natural tonal variations and soft wear along seam lines, edges, and recessed areas.

Position a terracotta bust on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or open shelving to establish a sculptural focal point. Pairing warm earthenware tones with modern stone or dark wood creates a balanced contrast between classical art and contemporary design.

Dust the surface regularly using a dry microfibre cloth or a soft-bristled brush. Avoid water or liquid solvents, as unglazed terracotta is porous and can absorb moisture, leading to staining or surface damage.
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