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Pair of Early 20th C. Terracotta Busts
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Pair of Early 20th C. Terracotta Busts

1900 - 1920
For Sale by The Old Yard
Description

A nice decorative pair of early 20th C. European Terracotta Busts of a boy and girl.  The terracotta has the original paint finish which was applied to give the impression they were sculpted from Bronze.  Each bust bears the impressed mark "Reproduction Reservee" which means that the right to reproduce or copy is restricted or protected.

In overall good condition but does have signs of wear etc.

Height 49 cm

Base 16 x 16 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

The Old Yard has dated these Antique Terracotta Child Busts to the 1920s.

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SA1140909
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5062
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A nice decorative pair of early 20th C. European Terracotta Busts of a boy and girl.
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  The terracotta has the original paint finish which was applied to give the impression they were sculpted from Bronze.
The Old Yard

  Each bust bears the impressed mark "Reproduction Reservee" which means that the right to reproduce or copy is restricted or protected.

In overall good condition but does have signs of wear etc.

Height 49 cm

Base 16 x 16 cm

Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated these Antique Terracotta Child Busts to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1140909
Dealers Internal Ref
5062
The Old Yard
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Archive I A pair of early 20th-century terracotta busts depicting a young boy and girl with aged bronze-effect finishes on integrated square pedestals.

Pair of Early 20th C. Terracotta Busts

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A pair of early 20th-century terracotta busts depicting a young boy and girl with aged bronze-effect finishes on integrated square pedestals.
Pair of Early 20th C. Terracotta Busts
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A pair of early 20th-century terracotta busts depicting a young boy and girl with aged bronze-effect finishes on integrated square pedestals.
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During the late Victorian and Edwardian periods into the early 20th century, figurative terracotta busts were popular decorative pieces, often capturing detailed portraiture of children or classical figures using moulded earthenware clay.

Sculptors utilised fine terracotta clay that was shaped or cast in multi-part moulds, fired in kilns, and subsequently finished with paints or lacquers to imitate patinated bronze or stone finishes.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit natural surface wear, subtle flaking of applied painted patinas, visible seam lines from traditional moulding methods, and an unglazed ceramic base.

Place these figurative sculptures on a fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard, or within a bookshelf alcove to introduce textural depth and historical character alongside contemporary decor.

Remove dust using a soft, dry brush or cloth, avoiding water or chemical cleaning solvents that could damage the surface paint, patina, or unglazed clay.
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