Vintage "Bird in Flight" sculpture on a Brecciated Marble base
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Ferrara, ItalyOn Whoppah since April 2026 • 2 sales
Product description
An elegant vintage desk sculpture depicting a stylized bird captured in full flight. The work is an excellent example of decorative design from the first half of the 20th century, characterized by a formal synthesis that transforms movement into a pure and dynamic line.
The metallic figure, with a deep bronze-effect patina, rests on a solid breccia marble base. The natural texture of the stone, with its characteristic polychrome inserts, creates a highly sophisticated textural contrast with the sculpture's fluidity.
Use and Style:
An object with a powerful presence despite its modest size, perfect as a designer paperweight or a decorative element for a bookshelf or a refined office. The combination of the solidity of the breccia and the aerodynamics of the bird recalls the modernist artistic movements of the period.
Details and Dimensions:
Height: 18 cm
Width: 15.4 cm
Base depth: 9 cm
Weight: 1.13 kg
Origin: France
Materials: Patinated metal and solid brecciated marble base
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Light signs of wear are consistent with its age and underscore its authenticity.
Specifications
CategorySculptureConditionVery goodColorsBeige, BrownMaterialBronze, MarbleNumber of items1Height18 cmWidth15 cmDepth9 cmSigns of usageScratchesSeller locationFerrara, ItalyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup