Ancient Kaolin Sculpture by A. Bordeaux, 1800s

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A rare and excellent original preparatory model (a one-off sketch), hand-molded in pure kaolin, by the academic sculptor a. Bordeaux, … Read more A rare and excellent original preparatory model (a one-off sketch), hand-molded in pure kaolin, by the academic sculptor a. Bordeaux, active in tours, france, in the late 19th century (c. 1880-1900). The work depicts an elegant and austere female bust with a fin de siècle-style updo, characterized by a sculptural impressionist style that fully preserves the freshness of the manual workmanship and the tool strokes executed by the artist before subsequent artistic castings.

details and specifications:

type: original sculptural sketch / master preparatory model (unique piece)

subject / style: fin de siècle female bust – academic sculpture / 19th-century french impressionist

artist / maker: a. Bordeaux (tours, loire valley, france)

materials / technique: pure kaolin / hand-molded white clay paste

period: late 19th century (circa 1880–1900)

dimensions (w x d x h): 18 x 12 x 33.5 cm

authenticity and markings: 100% original. Hand-engraved signature and origin mark on the material: "a. Bordeaux - tours"

condition:

excellent condition. Modeled in intact, solid, and well-preserved kaolin, free of cracks, chips, or restorations. The surface is enhanced by a splendid and uniform original patina that accentuates the work's sculptural volumes.

please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to best illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

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

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