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Rare Signed Art Deco Figural Bronze Box – Bessie Bowman 1931
Exceptional and highly unusual sculptural bronze box featuring a raised nude female figure in relief across the lid and cast inscription:
\"BY BESSIE BOWMAN 1931\"
This substantial piece weighs approximately26.5 poundsand measures approximately:
- 12½\" Long
- 7\" Wide
- 5\" High
The lid features an expressive Art Deco female figure in high relief with stylized facial features and flowing hair. The interior retains its original blue velvet lining and opens smoothly on its original full-length hinge.
The box appears to have originally incorporated a locking mechanism; the lock is no longer present. It functions perfectly as a decorative keepsake, jewelry, document, or collector\'s box.
The weight and construction quality are remarkable. The piece displays beautifully and has a strong sculptural presence even when closed.
Condition
- Signed and dated in casting
- Original aged patina
- Heavy cast metal construction
- Original blue velvet interior
- Lid support intact
- Lock missing
- Surface wear and patina consistent with age
- Please review all photographs carefully
Measurements
- Length: 12.5\"
- Width: 7\"
- Height: 5\"
- Weight: 26.5 lbs
A rare and intriguing early 20th-century sculptural object that combines Art Deco design, functional craftsmanship, and figural art.
