About this piece
back to topA pair of antique red painted terracotta neoclassical plaques by Danish 19th century artist, Peter Ipsen (stamped).
Both plaques are of a similar scale and theme, depicting different neoclassical figures before a painted red backdrop. The first is detailed with a maiden and a dog, the maiden sat holding a basket of cherubs. The other depicts Venus consoling Cupid after being stung by a Bee. Both are after designs by the classical Danish sculptor, Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844).
Each stamped ‘P. Ipsen, Kjobenhavn, Eneret’ to the reverse, Ipsen was an artist of the 19th century renowned for making neoclassical works of art in terracotta. These are just two such examples of Ipsen’s work, demonstrating his skill in sculpting fine detail. Excellent collector’s pieces!
