Russel Biles 'Mary Had a Little Lamb' Porcelain Figurine

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About the Item

A fine porcelain figurine. From the 'Mary Had a Little Lamb' series. In the form of a lamb with a human head and halo. By Russel Biles. A self-described “son of the South,” Russell Biles was born, raised, and still lives in the southern U.S. He remembers playing around with clay at a young age, making animals and monsters, but it was not until he entered college to study architecture that he was re-introduced to art and ultimately to ceramics. Since his graduation Biles has been a studio artist in Greenville, SC,working in sculptural forms that range from large totems reminiscent of Northwestern Indian work to small, carefully crafted, colorful porcelain figures. He is best known for the latter work which confronts the direction in which society is moving and finds it severely lacking. Biles uses such American icons as the Cleavers and the Cartwrights as well as contemporary newsmakers to satirize social, religious, and political issues and to engage the viewer in the discussion. Biles employs irony and satire in his work and believes that the humor inherent in satire tempers the critique and hopefully produces a thoughtful reaction rather than an automatic rejection. As important to Biles as the message is the craftsmanship of his work, the quality that gives the work integrity and cements his position as a noted artist whose work is included in a number of both private and public collections. Simply a great piece of porcelain from an American artist! For reference see Arizona State University (ASU) Art Museum website. Date: Early 21st Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Condition Details: There is a miniscule flake to the paint on the back of the front right hoof, and a tiny crack (firing flaw) to the underside of the back left foot. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Russel Biles Pattern: Mary Had a Little Lamb Marks: Marked to the bottom of the back left foot with 'BILES'. Measurements: Height: ca. 3 1/2 in. Length: ca. 3 in. Width: ca. 2 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.

Dimensions:
Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
Style:
Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Porcelain,Painted
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
21st Century
Date of Manufacture:
Early 21st Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. There is a miniscule flake to the paint on the back of the front right hoof, and a tiny crack (firing flaw) to the underside of the back left foot. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consis.
Seller Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Reference Number:
Seller: DSA INV MC A221stDibs: LU1610228647642

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