A striking antique cast brass wall plaque depicting a reclining female figure in flowing drapery beside a tiger, surrounded by clusters of grapes and vine leaves. The composition reflects the sensual, nature-inspired aesthetic of the Art Nouveau period, with graceful movement, elongated lines, and richly modeled detail.
The imagery likely represents a Bacchante, a follower of Dionysus (also known as Bacchus), the classical god of wine and revelry. Grapes and the presence of a large cat were traditional symbols associated with Bacchic mythology and themes of nature and indulgence. Beautifully cast with deep relief and sculptural detail, the plaque retains a warm aged brass patina that highlights the folds of drapery, the figure’s expressive pose, and the textured background.
The plaque is unmarked but likely produced by a continental European decorative foundry during the Belle Époque period, circa 1890–1910. It measures 13 inches long and 6 1/2 inches tall.
A dramatic and sculptural example of turn-of-the-century decorative metalwork with strong mythological symbolism.
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