Sculpture of a nude woman lying down Art Deco — C. Delaney / St Clément (Black enamel)

RARE & ICONIC – Important Art Deco period sculpture representing a reclining woman / odalisque, a major creation by the sculptor Charles Deplane for the Saint-Clément pottery. Magnificent glossy black glazing perfectly highlighting the fluid and elegant lines of the figure. Collection piece in perfect condition, signed C. DEPLANE on the terrace (sometimes referenced under the spelling C. DELANEY in certain catalogues or listings) and numbered 897. It also bears the St CLEMENT mark printed under the base as well as its original paper label preserved on the front. Artist: Charles Deplane (or Delaney) Publisher: Saint-Clément Model: No. 897 Period: 1930s Material: Glossy black earthenware Condition: Excellent original condition, no chips or cracks. Approximate dimensions: Length approx. 45-50 cm, Height approx. 25 cm. Superb Art Deco sculpture in glossy black earthenware representing a nude reclining woman. An elegant work with stylised lines typical of the Art Deco period. Features & Details: Artist / Model: Signed in relief on the base C. Deplane (numbered 897) and marked LEMANCEAU. Publisher: Saint-Clément pottery (exceptional presence of its original paper label "St Clément art ceramics"). Finish: Magnificent glossy black glaze, rarer than the cracked white versions. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, no cracks, no wear or restoration. Refined vintage decoration or for collectors of French Art Deco ceramics. 📦 Very careful and secure shipping (armoured packaging under bubble wrap) or hand delivery.