Mid-20th Century French Unglazed Hand-Painted Ceramic Figurine of a Poodle/Dog by Atelier Primavera Au Printemps

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Mid-20th century french unglazed hand-painted ceramic figurine of a poodle/dog by Atelier Primavera au Printemps

By: Atelier Primavera au Printemps … more Mid-20th century french unglazed hand-painted ceramic figurine of a poodle/dog by Atelier Primavera au Printemps

By: Atelier Primavera au Printemps
Material: ceramic, paint
Technique: pressed, molded, hand-painted, painted, unglazed
Dimensions: 7 in x 5 in x 6.5 in
Date: mid-20th century
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Space Age, Pop Art
Place of origin: France

This mid-20th century french ceramic poodle figurine depicts a cheerful canine with a collar seated on its hind legs. Molded from unglazed white ceramic, attention was paid to capturing the texture of the dog's fur, expressed through sculpting and hand-painted black detailing. The figurine exemplifies mid-century french ceramic animal sculptures, which often featured dogs and other pets.

This particular poodle sculpture was created by the Atelier Primavera au Printemps, the first workshop of the great french department stores to establish an art studio in the early 20th century with the aim of promoting quality, affordable decorative arts for everyday homes. Whimsical and modern, this poodle sculpture brings a touch of mid-century style and artistry to any decor.

Produced using molds, these playful figures were left unglazed and hand-painted, their minimalist style and Art Déco inspiration embodying mid-century tastes. Whimsical and modern, this poodle sculpture brings a touch of mid-century style and french artistry to any decor. less