A. Bécas Art Deco dancer

About this piece

Beautiful stylised dancer made by A. Bécas. The surface division and simplicity of the design are reminiscent of cubist influences. She is also in a very nice dance position.

The sculpture is made of brass and is probably designed as a car mascot.
The dancer is signed with A. Bécas. The cherrywood base is contemporary.

During the 1920's and 1930's, car mascots were very popular, many artists designed them. Everybody could choose their own hood ornament. They were made of bronze, metal, chrome, brass or even glass. Eventually mascots caused serious injuries by car accidents, the glass one were banned.

Condition

The dancer;s standing leg is slightly bent, so she leans slightly to the right.