1962 Chalkware Lover Statue Austin Production Inc.

Chalkware Lover Statue 1962 Austin Production Inc. in Good Condition, Visible Wear note behind woman's head spot missing See Photos - Measures 8" H x 6" W ... This 1962 Austin Production Inc. Chalkware Statue is a Mid-Century Modern reproduction of Auguste Rodin's famous masterpiece, The Kiss (Le Baiser). Founded in Brooklyn in 1952, Austin Productions specialized in high-quality museum reproductions made from Durastone (a durable plaster/chalkware mix) or hydrocal, finished to resemble heavy bronze. This specific piece captures the 19th-century sculpture's intricate romanticism, depicting the lovers Paolo and Francesca in a deep embrace. Because the company ceased all production in 2009, these 1960s-era castings have become popular collectibles for those seeking classical aesthetic furnishings without the weight and cost of traditional metal.