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Art Deco Crackle Glaze Ceramic Dancers, Europe, 1925 Sculpture

$2,500
£1,888.15
€2,652.70VAT Included
CA$3,551.79
A$3,613.49
CHF 2,070.89
MX$43,508.60
NOK 24,204.86
SEK 24,311.08
DKK 16,526.13

About the Item

This captivating French Art Deco ceramic sculpture, dating from circa 1925, depicts two cabaret dancers performing a playful military-style march. Full of movement, theatrical expression, and period charm, the group perfectly captures the energy and sophistication of entertainment culture during the Roaring Twenties. The two stylized figures are shown in coordinated poses, as though stepping forward in rhythm during a stage performance. Their elongated silhouettes, expressive gestures, and carefully modeled costumes reflect the modern aesthetic that defined French decorative arts in the 1920s. The humorous contrast between cabaret glamour and military discipline gives the composition a distinctive and engaging character. The sculpture is finished in a finely crackled glaze, a highly desirable surface treatment frequently associated with French Art Deco ceramics. The network of delicate lines across the glaze enhances the sculptural details and provides an attractive sense of age and texture. Its restrained color palette and elegant proportions make the piece easy to display in both period and contemporary interiors. The ceramic group is stamped beneath the base, as shown in the accompanying photographs. The unidentified mark adds further interest for collectors and confirms its production as a professionally manufactured decorative object of the period. This rare sculpture would make an excellent addition to a collection of French Art Deco ceramics, theatrical memorabilia, cabaret-related objects, or European decorative arts. It is particularly well suited for display on a mantel, console table, bookshelf, cabinet, or pedestal. Dimensions: Height: 11.2 in. (28.5 cm) Width: 7 in. (17.7 cm) Depth: 3.9 in. (10 cm) Material: Crackle-glazed ceramic Origin: France Period: Circa 1925 Mark: Stamped beneath the base A charming and highly decorative example of French Art Deco sculpture, combining elegance, movement, humor, and unmistakable Jazz Age spirit.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 6.97 in (17.7 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1925
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2312350973962

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