Niels Jakob Eriksen (1899-1995) - Antinque Hand-Carved Art Deco Figurative Nude, Signed
Antique Hand-Carved Art Deco Figurative Nude Sculpture, Signed "JE" (Niels Jakob Eriksen, 1899–1995)
This rare Art Deco-era carving depicts a nude female figure in a moment of intimate gesture, her arms raised lifting a garment overhead. Executed in a single piece of rich, dark wood, the sculpture exhibits the refined stylization and naturalistic fluidity characteristic of Danish interwar art. The piece bears the documented signature "JE” of sculptor Niels Jakob Eriksen (also known as Jakob Eriksen). This particular sculpture was reproduced by Kurt Frindby in Denmark during the 30s. This is the original piece carved by Eriksen.
Key Details:
- Artist: Niels Jakob Eriksen (Danish, 1899–1995), signed "JE"
- Date: Circa 1920s–1930s
- Material: Solid carved wood, original patina
- Dimensions: 13"H × 3.25"W × 3.25"D
- Provenance: Accompanied by original identification plaque; distinguishable from later Frindby reproductions
Notable Features:
- The figure’s pose evokes thematic parallels to Rodin’s ‘Eve’
- Surface retains age-appropriate wear, consistent with its era
Antique Hand-Carved Art Deco Figurative Nude Sculpture, Signed "JE" (Niels Jakob Eriksen, 1899–1995)
This rare Art Deco-era carving depicts a nude female figure in a moment of intimate gesture, her arms raised lifting a garment overhead. Executed in a single piece of rich, dark wood, the sculpture exhibits the refined stylization and naturalistic fluidity characteristic of Danish interwar art. The piece bears the documented signature "JE” of sculptor Niels Jakob Eriksen (also known as Jakob Eriksen). This particular sculpture was reproduced by Kurt Frindby in Denmark during the 30s. This is the original piece carved by Eriksen.
Key Details:
- Artist: Niels Jakob Eriksen (Danish, 1899–1995), signed "JE"
- Date: Circa 1920s–1930s
- Material: Solid carved wood, original patina
- Dimensions: 13"H × 3.25"W × 3.25"D
- Provenance: Accompanied by original identification plaque; distinguishable from later Frindby reproductions
Notable Features:
- The figure’s pose evokes thematic parallels to Rodin’s ‘Eve’
- Surface retains age-appropriate wear, consistent with its era
Antique Hand-Carved Art Deco Figurative Nude Sculpture, Signed "JE" (Niels Jakob Eriksen, 1899–1995)
This rare Art Deco-era carving depicts a nude female figure in a moment of intimate gesture, her arms raised lifting a garment overhead. Executed in a single piece of rich, dark wood, the sculpture exhibits the refined stylization and naturalistic fluidity characteristic of Danish interwar art. The piece bears the documented signature "JE” of sculptor Niels Jakob Eriksen (also known as Jakob Eriksen). This particular sculpture was reproduced by Kurt Frindby in Denmark during the 30s. This is the original piece carved by Eriksen.
Key Details:
- Artist: Niels Jakob Eriksen (Danish, 1899–1995), signed "JE"
- Date: Circa 1920s–1930s
- Material: Solid carved wood, original patina
- Dimensions: 13"H × 3.25"W × 3.25"D
- Provenance: Accompanied by original identification plaque; distinguishable from later Frindby reproductions
Notable Features:
- The figure’s pose evokes thematic parallels to Rodin’s ‘Eve’
- Surface retains age-appropriate wear, consistent with its era
