Posted 4 years ago
vintagelamp
(1101 items)
Art Deco Pierrot. It was designed by Emanuel Kodet and was made from ceramic in very famous ceramic factory Graniton which specialized in Art Deco ceramics in Czechoslovakia circa 1930's. It is marked on the bottom Made in Czechoslovakia. Very large size.
Seller found it at a flea market in Bustehrad, near Prague.
From the internet:
Wonderful art deco Pierrot/Harlequin in stoneware, white glaze with black buttons and a rectangular base
A sad Pierrot leaning forward with an arm on his knee and a leg on the drum that is standing on the ground
Beautiful expressive sculpture designed by Emanuel Kodet (1880-1954) for Graniton
"Graniton" - factory of art ceramics, Svijany-Podolí. At this factory there were working 150 people in total Assortment: Sculptures, vases, watch cases, chests, lamps, pots, tea and coffee sets
Founded in 1907 under the leadership of Josef Rydl and Karel Thon
Participated in a exhibition of art crafts in Vienna in 1911 Karel thin became the sole owner in 1921 and in 1925 František Beneš became the co-owner Beneš died in 1926, and according to the testimony of his widow, Thon had the company declared bankrupt and moved to Italy
The company closed its gates in 1938
He's wonderful, his sad pose makes me think of Pagliacci - great find!
LOVE IT !!!
Newfld,
Thank you!
keramikos,
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vetraio,
Thank you!