Early 20th Century French Art Déco Terracota Sculpture of a Couple of Felines/Panthers Fighting

Early 20th century french Art Déco terracota sculpture of a couple of felines/panthers fighting

By: unknown
Material: terracotta
Technique: hand-crafted, molded, carved, hand-carved, unglazed
Dimensions: 11 in x 4 in x 8 in
Date: early 20th century, circa 1920
Style: Art Déco, Art Nouveau
Place of origin: France

Crafted in early 20th-century France, this captivating Art Déco terracotta sculpture portrays a dynamic scene of two felines engaged in fierce combat. Meticulously handcrafted from unglazed terracotta, the piece showcases remarkable attention to detail, particularly evident in the finely rendered fur and expressive features of the battling panthers. Its single-piece construction highlights the artist’s skill in molding and carving. The base bears a signature, presumed to be that of the sculptor, adding an intriguing element to its provenance.

This sculpture captures the essence of Art Déco and Art Nouveau styles, exemplifying the era’s fascination with nature and movement.