Gaston Hauchecorne, Terracotta Representing Three Chinese Figures, 20th Century
Artist: Gaston Hauchecorne (1880-1945)
Terracotta sculpture representing three busts of Chinese men one behind the other.
Signed “G. Hauchecorne” on the side.
Gaston Hauchecorne (1880-1945) is a French sculptor mainly known for his Asian-inspired sculptures. First a teacher and interpreter in Beijing then director of the consulate of Chongqing, it was from the 1920s that he began to exhibit at the Salon des Artistes français. He also participated in the Colonial Exhibition in Marseille in 1922. Working mainly with terracotta, he became known through creations, sometimes humorous, depicting Chinese characters.
A small chip on the head of one of the characters.
Good general condition.
From the 20th century.
Dimensions:
L: 23 cm
W: 16 cm
H: 18 cm
Signed “G. Hauchecorne” on the side.
Gaston Hauchecorne (1880-1945) is a French sculptor mainly known for his Asian-inspired sculptures. First a teacher and interpreter in Beijing then director of the consulate of Chongqing, it was from the 1920s that he began to exhibit at the Salon des Artistes français. He also participated in the Colonial Exhibition in Marseille in 1922. Working mainly with terracotta, he became known through creations, sometimes humorous, depicting Chinese characters.
A small chip on the head of one of the characters.
Good general condition.
From the 20th century.
Dimensions:
L: 23 cm
W: 16 cm
H: 18 cm
750 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Terracotta
Length: 23 cm
Width: 16 cm
Height: 18 cm
Reference (ID): 1630875
Availability: In stock
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