#1116. Art Deco Decorative Relief with Vase Motif on Facade

The image showcases an exquisite example of Art Deco architectural relief. The central element of the composition is an elegant vase or urn with geometric ornamentation, crowned with stylized flowers and leaves. This classical vase motif is a typical decoration for decorative panels from the first third of the 20th century.

The relief is characterized by pronounced symmetry and rhythmic qualities. On both sides of the central vase are stylized plant elements with fan-shaped forms characteristic of Art Deco, resembling palm leaves. The lower part of the panel is adorned with a geometric zigzag pattern, also typical of this style.

Particularly noteworthy is the craftsmanship of the stone carving or casting (depending on the material) with clean lines and varying depths of relief that create an interplay of light and shadow. The monochromatic execution emphasizes the purity of forms and lines. Such decorative panels were often used to decorate facades of public buildings, theaters, cinemas, and upscale residential buildings of the Art Deco era.