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A powerful and authentic piece of Brazilian popular art, this striking hand-painted clay sculpture is signed by the esteemed artist …
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A powerful and authentic piece of Brazilian popular art, this striking hand-painted clay sculpture is signed by the esteemed artist Antônio Rodrigues, a master from the renowned arts center of Alto do Moura, Caruaru, Pernambuco. This specific style is deeply rooted in the artistic legacy of the great Mestre Vitalino (1909-1963).
The sculpture, often titled "O Retirante" (The Migrant) or "The Farmer," depicts a man in traditional attire: an orange cangaceiro-style hat, a purple shirt, and red pants. He is barefoot, holding a black bucket in one hand and a spray apparatus or tool in the other. A small gray cat is perched over his shoulder, and a dog stands by his side on the vibrant red base. This imagery evokes the reliance on animals and tools in rural daily life.
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- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 4.5ʺD × 12ʺH
- Styles
- Folk Art
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Clay
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Purple
- Condition Notes
- In good vintage condition. There is a stable crack in the base on the bottom of the piece, as shown … moreIn good vintage condition. There is a stable crack in the base on the bottom of the piece, as shown in the image. This crack is visible when the sculpture is standing upright. less
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