Mid-Century Modern Furniture & Design
Timed Online Auction, 4 September - 1 October 2025
Glass, ceramics and silver
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About this Item
signed
Notes
The term "Tête Byzantine" (Byzantine Head) refers to a series of Art Nouveau decorative panels and mirrors created by Alphonse Mucha, particularly in the late 19th century. These pieces are characterised by their depictions of elegant women, often in profile, adorned with elaborate jewellery and headwear, evocative of Byzantine art and design. The term also refers to the style of these works, which incorporates Byzantine decorative motifs.
Literature
Duncan, Alastair. Art Nouveau Sculpture. England: Rizzoli, 1978, p. 25.
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