P. Lasserre Olympic Games Paris 1924 Oval Bronze Bowl Salute

  

Very beautiful commemorative bowl, a collector's item, made of stamped and chiseled bronze with a golden patina, for the Summer Olympic Games in Paris 1924, signed P. Decorated with an athlete saluting the public in the Colombes stadium, with a laurel leaf design around the rim. High-quality craftsmanship, superior to the usual sports souvenir productions; a transitional style between Art Nouveau (forms) and Art Deco for the decorations. Notably, the sculptor's name is engraved in the lower right corner and not in relief, the bowl does not bear the inscription "Paris - 1924" and has a hollow space in its place - originally. All these elements demonstrate an earlier production of better quality, before a more extensive production during the sporting event itself.

Natural golden patina, scattered wear without significant losses to the decorations. 13.5 x 8 cm. Weight without solid and secure packaging: 67 grams.