1970s Vintage 'Nantucket' White Wicker Sculpture of a Whale

1970s Magritte style bowler hat sculpture, Whimsical, lacquered plaster model of a iconic surrealist focal point. Unmarked.   

Mario Lopez Torres Pig Sculpture, Signed c. 1970s A exquisite vintage Mario Lopez Torres Pig Sculpture, signed and dated circa 1970s, this captivating piece exudes charm and characte...

Modern black & white sculpture of a Knelling tribal Tattooed African Queen Purchased in France, in the 1960s Unsigned A heavy, impressive, substantial three dimensional work. The sculpted plaster nude female figure, finely modeled with and enameled black body, displaying an extensive 'body suit' of hand-painted Adinkra tribal style tattoos. In general this figures displays Western African tribal symbols, usually associated with Adinkra/Ashanti people of Ghana. For thousands of years, tattoos were seen as a way of curing disease, protecting against spirits, showing affiliation towards groups/tribes, and reflecting personality traits such as bravery, courage, and social status. The sculpture of the kneeling nude has both arms raised with her hands clasped behind her head. The left leg is raised, the right is resting. At the time of posting we have a similar work Item Reference LU2592329803792 Modern Black & White Sculpture of a Reclining Tribal Tattooed African Queen Analysis of selected tribal tattoos on this work: Symbol: Boomerang Tattoo The boomerang tattoo symbolizes the fact that our actions have a way of coming back at us, in short Karma. Symbol: Bracelet Tattoo The bracelet tattoo often symbolizes love and mostly serve as the love knot between different people Symbol: Bullseye Tattoo The bullseye tattoo is the symbol of perfection. Symbol circle tattoo The circle tattoo is a powerful ancient image, it is a symbol of completion, the cycle of life, and for some, the idea of perfection. Symbol : Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo The Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo generally represents growth, fertility, and motherhood. It can be a celebration of women, or indicates the woman is going through a transitional period . There is also a romantic association, with the two symbols representing love. Symbol Cross tattoo The cross tattoo is an ancient symbol which represents eternal life. Other meanings, a symbol of hope in war, or as connection between the physical and the spiritual life. Symbol: Fan tattoo The fan tattoo is known to represent good luck and generosity Symbol: Flower tattoo The flower tattoo has multiple meanings. In ancient cultures, flowers were a direct symbol of god's contentment. A modern meaning, represent the love between two people. Symbol: Lightning bolt tattoo lightning bolt tattoos often mean power, swiftness and decisiveness. it sometimes has a meaning of a split-second moment. Symbol: Star tattoo ?Star tattoos often symbolize hope, love and guidance. Symbol: Sun tattoo Sun Tattoos often represent its ability to heal other meanings is the sun symbolizes the process of going from dark times to seeing the light at the end of that darkness. The sun is the ultimate symbol of light and truth. Symbol : Triangle tattoo Triangle tattoos symbolize connection, harmony, creativity, wisdom, and growth. Symbol : Wooden Comb...

Modern black & white sculpture of a reclining tribal tattooed African Queen Purchased in France, in the 1960s Unsigned A heavy, impressive, substantial three dimensional work. The sculpted plaster nude female figure, finely modeled with and enameled black body, displaying an extensive 'body suit' of hand-painted Adinkra tribal style tattoos. In general this figures displays Western African tribal symbols, usually associated with Adinkra/Ashanti people of Ghana. For thousands of years, tattoos were seen as a way of curing disease, protecting against spirits, showing affiliation towards groups/tribes, and reflecting personality traits such as bravery, courage, and social status. This sculpture of the reclining nude resting on her clasped arms, The right leg is bent and outstretched to the front with the left leg crossed over the right leg. At the time of posting we have a similar work 'Modern Black & White Sculpture of a Knelling Tribal Tattooed African Queen' Item Reference LU2592329805712 Analysis of selected tribal tattoos on this work: Symbol: Boomerang Tattoo The boomerang tattoo symbolizes the fact that our actions have a way of coming back at us, in short Karma. Symbol: Bracelet Tattoo The bracelet tattoo often symbolizes love and mostly serve as the love knot between different people Symbol: Bullseye Tattoo The bullseye tattoo is the symbol of perfection. Symbol Circle Tattoo The circle tattoo is a powerful ancient image, it is a symbol of completion, the cycle of life, and for some, the idea of perfection. Symbol : Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo The Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo generally represents growth, fertility, and motherhood. It can be a celebration of women, or indicates the woman is going through a transitional period . There is also a romantic association, with the two symbols representing love. Symbol Cross Tattoo The cross tattoo is an ancient symbol which represents eternal life. Other meanings, a symbol of hope in war, or as connection between the physical and the spiritual life. Symbol: Fan Tattoo The fan tattoo is known to represent good luck and generosity Symbol: Flower Tattoo The flower tattoo has multiple meanings. In ancient cultures, flowers were a direct symbol of god's contentment. A modern meaning, represent the love between two people. Symbol: Lightning Bolt Tattoo lightning bolt tattoos often mean power, swiftness and decisiveness. it sometimes has a meaning of a split-second moment. Symbol: Star Tattoo ?Star tattoos often symbolize hope, love and guidance. Symbol: Sun Tattoo Sun Tattoos often represent its ability to heal other meanings is the sun symbolizes the process of going from dark times to seeing the light at the end of that darkness. The sun is the ultimate symbol of light and truth. Symbol : Triangle Tattoo Triangle tattoos symbolize connection, harmony, creativity, wisdom, and growth. Symbol : Wooden Comb...

Large Modern Inlaid Tessellated Stone Sculpture of a Great White Shark A striking Large Modern Inlaid Tessellated Stone Sculpture depict...

Vintage patinated bronze sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing' USA, Circa 1960s Of large scale, realistically cast and modeled of a land...

Weighted Bookend Sculptured into Human Hand Figure. Wear Consistent with Age as Pictured. No Makers Mark. Dimensions. 4 W ; 3 D ; 6 H

Ramiz Barquet 1920-2010 (Mexican) Cetaceans (Whales) circa 1978 in Bronze on cylinder wood shaped base. Puerto Vallarta artist Ramiz Barquet, captures three swimming or dancing abstr...

Life-size porcelain head in a white color. Produced in a German steelworks in the 1970s. Original good vintage condition. A perfect addition to the inte...

White whale by Elnaz Rafati (Sculpture 02) Dimensions: H 35 x W 10 x D 25 cm Materials: Clay I am an Iranian architect and artist living in NYC. After...

The Vintage Italian Porcelain Woman Sculpture from the 1970s is a graceful and timeless piece of art. Crafted in Italy, this sculpture features delicate porcelain work capturing the ...

The Vintage Italian Rhino Bronze Sculpture from the 1970s is a striking piece showcasing a rhino head entirely crafted in bronze. It is elegantly presented on a square travertine bas...