Bulldog figurine, turquoise, ceramics, by D. Urbach, Czech Republic, 1930s.
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This ceramic bulldog figurine, designed by Dietmar Urbach in 1930 in Teplitz, Bohemia (now Czech Republic), is a classic example of European Art Deco. Crafted from glazed ceramic, it features a cool, saturated turquoise base with deep cobalt blue accents along the back, ears, and tail, creating a subtle gradient and adding visual depth. The form is stylized, with a geometric simplification of the dog's muscular body—a broad chest, strong legs, and a pronounced, expressive face—typical of the Art Deco period. The high-gloss glaze gives the surface a mirror-like sheen, and the seamless construction with crisp details attests to the quality of early 20th-century Bohemian ceramics. Dimensions: height 14 cm, length 23 cm, width 13.5 cm. The figurine is in excellent condition, with no damage or signs of restoration. The spirit of the 1930s resonates in this object—a time when Art Deco distilled the world into geometric rhythms and saturated hues. The bulldog, though stylized, retains a sense of strength and alertness, as if ready to recount stories from the vibrant streets of interwar Europe. The glossy glaze reflects light like a sheet of water, while the color transitions evoke the sound of a jazz saxophone in a smoky salon—clarity of form entwined with elegance and a hint of theatrical flair. The figurine would work best as an accent on a console table in a living room or on a collector’s bookshelf. It can be paired with other Art Deco pieces—such as a geometric-framed mirror, a lamp with chrome details, or blue glassware—for a cohesive period arrangement. In more contemporary interiors, it may serve as a visual focal point against minimalist furniture. Combining it with natural materials like walnut wood or marble would further highlight the sheen and color of the glaze.
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Height14 cm
Depth23 cm
Width13 cm
Dimension details
Width13 cm
Height14 cm
Depth23 cm
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