Bidspirit auction | KAROLY FULOP POLYCHROME RELIEF PLAQUE

KAROLY FULOP POLYCHROME RELIEF PLAQUE NATIVITY - This substantial polychrome ceramic relief by Karoly Fulop (1893–1963) is consistent with his major mid-century decorative commissions. The composition features a stylized Nativity scene, blending Byzantine detail with Secessionist Modernism, and is characterized by a dense arrangement of figures holding crimson hearts and gold-toned architectural spires. The work is executed in high relief with a rich palette of blues, pinks, and golds typical of Fulop’s spiritual, allegorical style. The reverse features a wood backing signed ”KAROLY FULOP” and is fitted with a heavy-duty wire for wall mounting. Hungarian-American, Art Deco, religious, Symbolist, terracotta, mid-century, devotional, sculpture, fine art, collectible. Dimensions Frame 24 x 28 in, Plaque 21 x 25 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition The ceramic panel exhibits age-appropriate wear including minor surface abrasions and scattered polychrome loss, primarily to the raised edges.