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Art Deco Alabaster Sculpture of a Dancer Posing on a Sphere
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Art Deco Alabaster Sculpture of a Dancer Posing on a Sphere

1920 - 1940
Description

This striking alabaster sculpture depicts a young dancer posing on top of a sphere on a pedestal base. The globe can be lit up, as there is a bulb hidden underneath it. The woman is dressed in a costume of the period and she has a wonderfully joyous expression. The images show the piece with the light on, and the last image with it off.

This sculpture would really make an outstanding feature or focal point piece, for many different rooms in the home, in a wide range of settings, both contemporary and traditional.

Origin: French, C. 1930

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 28 cm Wide, 28 cm Deep and 58 cm in Height

Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Art Deco Alabaster Lamp to the 1930s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237996
Dealers Internal Reference
545
Dealers Notes

Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition.

Much of our stock is not listed online so do contact us if you are looking for something in particular.

We have a large international clientele, both private and trade, and export to all parts of the world, contact for any quotes.

Description
This striking alabaster sculpture depicts a young dancer posing on top of a sphere on a pedestal base. The globe can be lit up, as there is a bulb hidden underneath it. The woman is dressed in a costume of the period and she has a wonderfully joyous expression. The images show the piece with the light on, and the last image with it off.
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This sculpture would really make an outstanding feature or focal point piece, for many different rooms in the home, in a wide range of settings, both contemporary and traditional.
Judy Fox Antiques

Origin: French, C. 1930

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 28 cm Wide, 28 cm Deep and 58 cm in Height

Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Art Deco Alabaster Lamp to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237996
Dealers Internal Ref
545
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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Judy Fox Antiques Profile Page

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Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base.
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Archive I An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base.

Art Deco Alabaster Sculpture of a Dancer Posing on a Sphere

Archive II An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. View II
Archive III An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. View III
Archive IV An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. View IV
Archive V An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. View V
Archive VI An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. View VI
Archive VII An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. View VII
Archive VIII An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. View VIII
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Judy Fox Antiques

Judy Fox Antiques
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W11 2QB
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An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base.
Art Deco Alabaster Sculpture of a Dancer Posing on a Sphere
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An Art Deco carved alabaster sculpture featuring a female dancer posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialAlabaster, Stone
  • ColourCream, Warm Amber
  • MotifsFemale dancer, Illuminated sphere, Shell pedestal, Stylised drapery
  • SizeH 58 cm (23 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

This French Art Deco table lamp from 1930 takes the form of an alabaster sculpture depicting a female dancer with a joyful expression and stylised drapery, posed atop an illuminated marble orb resting on a shell-shaped pedestal base. The piece employs cream and warm amber tones throughout the stone, complemented by intricate carved details on the dancer's costume, her headband, and the veining of the glowing globe. A bulb hidden underneath lights up the sphere, creating a warm glow that accentuates the natural translucency of the stone materials. The lamp measures 58 cm high, 28 cm wide, and 28 cm deep, making it suitable for display on a sideboard top in various traditional or contemporary settings around the home. It serves as a decorative focal point in a living room, hallway, or bedroom, providing soft accent lighting while functioning as a sculptural work of art.

FAQs

Art Deco figural sculptures from the 1920s and 1930s frequently depict energetic dancers, classical nymphs, or geometric forms. They combine streamlined contours with translucent carved stone to produce functional ambient lighting.

Sculptors during the Art Deco period predominantly used soft, translucent minerals such as Italian alabaster, marble, bronze, and chryselephantine combinations of ivory and cold-painted bronze set upon stone bases.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved detailing, soft natural veining within the stone, period-appropriate wiring or lamp fitments, and subtle surface wear consistent with age.

Position the piece on a dark wood sideboard, mantelpiece, or console table where the translucent stone can be illuminated against a clean, neutral background to highlight its form.

Clean alabaster gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoiding water and liquid detergents which can dissolve or stain the porous mineral surface.
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