Art deco, at the same time turquoise/motley

previous facadenext facade
Modernist facade with folk-inspired spinning woman bas-relief

#4725. Modernist facade with folk-inspired spinning woman bas-relief

The photograph captures an interesting architectural element of a building facade, executed as a bas-relief. The relief depicts a stylized figure sitting at a spinning wheel or loom with a wheel. The composition is rendered in a restrained color palette dominated by sandy and terracotta hues.

The facade itself demonstrates a combined approach to finishing: there are areas with checkerboard masonry made of reddish stone, textured yellowish surfaces, and gray elements. Around the edges of the bas-relief, there are decorative frames in the form of alternating red and white squares. This technique creates an interesting contrast effect and emphasizes the artistic element.

The bas-relief occupies a central place on the corner part of the facade, making it visible from different angles. Stylistically, the image is executed with elements of modernism and references to folk art, which was characteristic of architecture in the second half of the 20th century in Eastern European countries. Such decorative elements were often found on public buildings, emphasizing their cultural and social significance.

We design facade design country houses.