Vintage Centre Médico Chirurgical bronze relief plaque Porte de Choisy

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Description

This antique decorative plaque features a modern multi-story building in relief, likely the Centre Médico Chirurgical de la Porte de Choisy, as suggested by the keywords. Crafted with a patinated bronze finish, it offers a detailed view of the main facade, with numerous architectural details: aligned windows, balconies, and the massive structure typical of hospital constructions from the 1960s-1970s. In the foreground, a row of stylized trees and a geometrically patterned sidewalk can be seen, accentuating the depth effect and urban perspective.

The plaque's surface has a finely worked texture, alternating sharp reliefs for the building and more granular patterns for the vegetation. The entire piece is tilted backward, which highlights the relief work and the scene's legibility. The main color is aged bronze, with slight dark nuances in the hollows, accentuating the contrast and readability of the details.

The object has an institutional appearance, typical of commemorative or honorary plaques given during the inauguration of an establishment or on the occasion of an official event. No text is visible on the front presented, but the architectural iconography and the plaque's style evoke French productions from the mid-20th century.

The reverse side, fastenings, or any additional inscriptions are not visible in the photo. The plaque rests on a polished wooden surface, which allows for a good appreciation of its compact proportions and relative thickness.

This piece will be perfect for a wall decoration or on a desk, bringing a retro and urban touch, emblematic of 20th-century French hospital architecture.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The surface has a uniform patina, with slight signs of wear visible on the edges, consistent with the age and use of this type of plaque.

Did you know? The Centre Médico Chirurgical de la Porte de Choisy, located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, was one of the emblematic hospital establishments of the modernization of the health sector in the 1960s-1970s, a period marked by the rise of functional architecture and the creation of large urban hospital complexes in France.

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