20th Century Wooden Sculpture of Female Nude

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Description

A refined monumental sculpture in solid wood (carved from a single tree trunk), dating back to the mid-20th century (1940).

… Read more A refined monumental sculpture in solid wood (carved from a single tree trunk), dating back to the mid-20th century (1940).

The work depicts a standing female figure, inspired by the classical iconography of the Venus Pudica, reinterpreted with the concise and linear style typical of twentieth-century Italy.

The figure is characterized by an accentuated verticality and a skillful interplay of volumes.

The drapery is particularly finely crafted, engraved with bold grooves that create a strong chiaroscuro dynamism,

contrasted with the smoothness of the body and face, the latter with archaic and serene features.

Technical Details
Material: Fine walnut hardwood.

Era: 1940.

Technique: Hand-carved from a single piece.

Height: 111 cm.

Width: 25 cm.

Depth: 18 cm.

Weight: approximately 20 kg.

Conservation Status
The work is in excellent structural condition.

As is typical of large-scale solid wood sculptures, it features natural shrinkage cracks (visible on the front and face). These are not defects, but rather attest to the authenticity and vitality of the organic material over time, lending the object a unique charm and a lived-in patina. Beeswax finish.

Notes for the Collector
This sculpture is a visually striking piece, ideal for enhancing entrances, professional studios, or reception rooms. The style lies somewhere between moderate expressionism and fine decorative art. See less