Early 20th Century Art Déco Spelter Egret Sculpture With Marble and Alabaster Base Signed by Julcame Reg, France

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Art Déco spelter egret sculpture with marble and alabaster base signed by Julcame Reg, France

By: Julcame Reg
Material: metal, … Read more Art Déco spelter egret sculpture with marble and alabaster base signed by Julcame Reg, France

By: Julcame Reg
Material: metal, spelter, zinc, lead, alabaster, marble, stone
Technique: cast, molded, metalwork, polished, patinated
Dimensions: 9 in x 4 in x 18 in
Date: early 20th century
Style: Art Déco
Place of origin: France

This Art Déco spelter sculpture depicts an elegant egret in a striking pose. The bird's elongated neck curves gracefully as it stands alert on slender legs, its detailed feathers and keen eye captured with precision. The golden patina of the metal contrasts beautifully with the light alabaster base and darker marble platform beneath, creating a harmonious interplay of materials and textures. The egret's delicate feet are rendered with care, gripping the alabaster surface. Near these feet, one can discern the signature "JULCAME.REG" inscribed on the base.

This French piece exemplifies the Art Déco movement's affinity for sleek, stylized animal forms. The combination of spelter, alabaster, and marble showcases the era's penchant for mixing materials to achieve a luxurious effect, resulting in a sculpture that is both a faithful representation of nature and a refined decorative object. See less