Statue, Drie figuren op mythisch wezen - 29 cm - Terracotta
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Terracotta sculpture in grey, unsigned, in the Volkskunst style, titled “Drie figuren op mythisch wezen,” attributed to South America, measuring 44 cm wide, 29 cm high, 8 cm deep and weighing 4.7 kg, presented without a stand and in reasonable condition.
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Likely South American earthenware sculpture – three figures on a mythical creature
A distinctive and heavy earthenware object, presumably of South American origin. The piece shows three stylized human figures seated in a row on the back of a fantasy or mythical being. The elongated form is decorated with incised spiral and geometric motifs.
The expressive faces, elongated bodies and animal-like styling appear to be inspired by indigenous and possibly pre-Columbian visual language. However, the precise provenance, culture and age are not documented. Therefore the object is offered as decorative or folk-art work with a presumed South American origin.
Executed in baked clay or terracotta with a dark gray to black-brown finish. The object has a substantial weight of approximately 4,712 grams.
Dimensions:
length: about 39 cm
height: about 24 cm
weight: about 4.7 kg
Condition:
In well-used condition, with signs of wear and aging. In places there is wear, small damages and loss of the dark finish. At one excellent end there is a clear crack or damage. The underside also shows wear and material- or color loss. Please examine the photos carefully; they form an important part of the description.
A characterful, substantial and enigmatic object with a strong sculptural presence.
Likely South American earthenware sculpture – three figures on a mythical creature
A distinctive and heavy earthenware object, presumably of South American origin. The piece shows three stylized human figures seated in a row on the back of a fantasy or mythical being. The elongated form is decorated with incised spiral and geometric motifs.
The expressive faces, elongated bodies and animal-like styling appear to be inspired by indigenous and possibly pre-Columbian visual language. However, the precise provenance, culture and age are not documented. Therefore the object is offered as decorative or folk-art work with a presumed South American origin.
Executed in baked clay or terracotta with a dark gray to black-brown finish. The object has a substantial weight of approximately 4,712 grams.
Dimensions:
length: about 39 cm
height: about 24 cm
weight: about 4.7 kg
Condition:
In well-used condition, with signs of wear and aging. In places there is wear, small damages and loss of the dark finish. At one excellent end there is a clear crack or damage. The underside also shows wear and material- or color loss. Please examine the photos carefully; they form an important part of the description.
A characterful, substantial and enigmatic object with a strong sculptural presence.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
South America
Style
Folk Art
Material
Terracotta
Title of artwork
Drie figuren op mythisch wezen
Signature
Not signed
Sold with stand
No
Colour
Grey
Condition
Fair condition
Height
29 cm
Width
44 cm
Depth
8 cm
Weight
4700 g
