Brass Statue of Man on Donkey with Wooden Base, 20th Century

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A refined 20th-century tabletop sculpture in solid brass on a dark wood base, attributed to artistic craftsmanship of Eastern inspiration. … Read more A refined 20th-century tabletop sculpture in solid brass on a dark wood base, attributed to artistic craftsmanship of Eastern inspiration. It depicts a sage or traveler traditionally dressed in a turban riding a donkey, characterized by rich carvings in the drapery and fur that enhance the figurative realism. The metal surface features a deep, natural dark patina that highlights the volumes and details of the casting. Preserved in excellent condition, with a solid, intact structure and a well-preserved wooden base.

Technical Details:

Type: Tabletop Sculpture / Figurative Statuette

Origin / Artist: Attributable to Artistic Craftsmanship of Eastern Inspiration (20th Century)

Period: Attributable to the 20th Century (Vintage)

Subject and Style: Oriental / Folkloric | Traveler with a turban riding a donkey, engraved with a deep dark patina

Materials: Solid brass, dark wood base

Dimensions: Total height 16 cm | Base 14 x 9 cm

Condition: Excellent condition; solid and perfectly intact metal sculpture, well-preserved wooden base, and natural period patina.

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 slight color variations in the photograph.

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

This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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