Brutalist Majolica Sculpture of a Woman's Head with an Elongated Face, 20th Century

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A unique and evocative terracotta (majolica) sculpture, a unique piece of artistic craftsmanship (Studio Pottery). This work is crafted in … Read more A unique and evocative terracotta (majolica) sculpture, a unique piece of artistic craftsmanship (Studio Pottery). This work is crafted in the Brutalist/Primitivist style, estimated to date back to the Vintage period (20th century).

Subject and Style: The sculpture depicts a stylized, elongated female face with pronounced features, a pronounced nose, and an intense expression (eyes closed or half-closed). The head is adorned with a headdress or headdress of intertwined bands and a necklace of raised spherical pearls.

Material and Finish: Crafted from hand-molded terracotta. The surface features a glossy glaze finish in shades of brown/ochre and gray, with "antique" nuances that accentuate the work's drama and plasticity.

Base: The sculpture is freestanding and rests on a cylindrical base crafted with vertical incisions.

Ideal for collectors of designer ceramics, lovers of the Brutalist style, or as a statement piece for a modern and eclectic interior.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Sculpture / Head / Artist's Ceramic

· Subject: Female Face with Necklace / Brutalist

· Materials: Glazed terracotta (Majolica)

· Period: Vintage (20th Century)

· Dimensions:

o Width: 7.5 cm

o Depth: 10 cm

o Total Height: 18 cm

· Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The terracotta is intact. The glaze finish is well preserved.

Please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to better illuminate the item, which may cause a slight color variation in the photograph.

The item is original and carefully photographed, highlighting every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

It is sold "as is," and the and photographs are accurate. See less