A delightful terracotta figure of a Mother and child, possibly Austrian, unmarked, so hard to attribute, certainly an early 20th-century example. This fine piece has the flavours of the following artists. Tactile and very colourful this fine decorative item would fit into any interior.
''Werkstätte style'' terracotta Mother & Child sculptures were produced by several artists in the early-to-mid 20th century, notably the Austrian ceramist Michael Powolny and the British sculptor Christine Gregory. The Wiener Werkstätte itself encouraged collaboration across media, including ceramics, especially during the 1920s and 30s when material shortages were common.
Key artists and characteristics of these works include:
Michael Powolny (Austrian, 1871-1954): A prominent sculptor and ceramist associated with the Vienna Secession and Wiener Werkstätte movements, Powolny produced various ceramic figures, including religious subjects like St. Christopher and the Christ child. His style is c
...haracterised by clear lines and a modernist aesthetic.
Christine Gregory (British, 1879-1965): Active during the British Art Deco movement, Gregory created a notable ''Mother & Child'' sculpture in glazed pottery dated 1933. Her works are known for their tender, well-observed, and somewhat simplified figural portrayals.
''Werkstätte Style'' General Features: Sculptures in this style generally exhibit the influence of Art Deco and Modernism, featuring a move towards stylised, geometric, or biomorphic forms, often with a focus on rhythmic fluidity and an intimate bond between the figures.
Similar pieces by other anonymous artists in this style can be found, such as an unmarked ''Austrian Ceramic Werkstatte Period Mother & Child Hanging Plaque'' or a mid-century modernist terracotta sculpture of an unknown artist.
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1188794
Dateline of this antique is 1930
Height is 20cm (7.9inches)Width is 0cm (0.0inches)Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
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