{"product_id":"pair-theodor-schoop-bernard-bloch-art-nouveau-terracotta-water-carrier-statues-40cm","title":"Pair of Art Nouveau Terracotta Water Carriers, Attributed to Bernard Bloch, 40cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePair of Art Nouveau Terracotta Water-Carrier Figures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA decorative pair of cold-painted terracotta figures depicting female water carriers in flowing drapery, standing on rocky bases. One carries a pitcher at her left shoulder, while her companion holds a vessel at her right hip. Earthy brown, tan and cream colours emphasise the modelling and folds of the clothing, making the pair an attractive display for a mantelpiece or cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaker’s Marks \u0026amp; Attribution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is an incised ‘Schoop’ signature on the outer edge of both bases, impressed ‘BB’ marks underneath, the numbers ‘7737’ and ‘6’ over ‘215’, and a painted mark reading ‘1103 II.’ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair is attributed to Bernard Bloch \u0026amp; Co., with the design attributed to Theodor Schoop. The date is approximately circa 1900–1910. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured at Eichwald in Bohemia, now in the Czech Republic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker attribution: Bernard Bloch \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner attribution: Theodor Schoop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Art Nouveau \/ Jugendstil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: cold-painted terracotta\/art pottery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte painted surface in brown, tan and cream tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: pair of female water carriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: approximately 40cm (15¾ inches) each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase width: approximately 13cm (5.1 inches) at the widest point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombined weight: approximately 2.8kg for the pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood pre-owned display condition, with a small chip along the base rim of the figure with the lizard at her foot. Both figures have minor paint loss, surface wear and rubbing to raised areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey sit flat and are stable. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all high-resolution photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description. The figures pictured are the items you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne pair of terracotta water-carrier figures, comprising two figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackaging \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures will be carefully packed with protective materials in a sturdy box and sent via tracked, insured postage with a signature required on delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Westbourne Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54548761641307,"sku":"WBA-CER-BB-WATR-001","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/4835\/4907\/files\/watercarriers1.jpg?v=1793285295","url":"https:\/\/westbourneantiques.com\/products\/pair-theodor-schoop-bernard-bloch-art-nouveau-terracotta-water-carrier-statues-40cm","provider":"Westbourne Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}