Pair of bronze animal sculptures. Two herons in Art Deco style. Two bronze sculptures with polychrome niellos depicting a pair of herons. This very rare sculpture pair has an Asian style is an exceptional example of art called “animalier.
Works with an animal theme, called “animalier” in French, are the highest expression of Art Deco whose artistic style is based on absolute elegance.
The influence of Japonisme, combined with the classicism of Italian art, produced these two impressive sculptures of rare beauty and harmony.
Depicting herons, they are an excellent example of the Japanese-inspired style in vogue in Europe in the late 19th century and early 20th century.
These pieces are of inestimable fine style, dating to the 1920s and 1930s; from the Lombard area of Italy, they take the Asian fashion in vogue at the start of the century to the highest levels.
Made with lost-wax technical bronze, they feature a variegated polychrome effect joining hues of green and red with uncommon skill.
These birds have always been symbols of harmony and elegance; in the East, they are even linked to the gods with powers to bring luck and peace. In the West, storks, which are closely related, are a symbol of fertility.
Why should you buy from Egidi MadeinItaly?
Since 2002, Sabrina Egidi has been registered in the list of expert appraisers of the Civil Court and the Chamber of Commerce of Rome.
This serves as an absolute guarantee of the authenticity of the furnishings offered and the accuracy of the information in the presentation sheets.
Modern paintings, whenever possible, are always accompanied by certificates of authenticity from their respective Foundations and expert committees.
Regarding ancient paintings, we rely on expert assessments issued by internationally recognized specialists with a C.E.C.O.A. qualification (Expert agréé de la Chambre Européenne des Experts-conseil en œuvre d’Art).
Sabrina Egidi has been active in the antique world since the 1980s; integrity, expertise, and professionalism have always been the hallmarks of her work.
The opening of her gallery in Paris in 2005 marked her recognition at an international level, through collaborations with the most prestigious interior designers in Europe and worldwide.
