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Art Brut Head Sculpture, Folk Art Male Profile in Carved Wood and Steel 1980s

$1,322.92
£993.98
€1,120
CA$1,821.67
A$2,038.78
CHF 1,067.23
MX$24,767.50
NOK 13,551.10
SEK 12,787.78
DKK 8,524.31

About the Item

Art Brut Head Sculpture, Folk Art Male Profile in Carved Wood and Steel 1980s Impressive Head / Male Profile sculpture carved in oak wood. Hand-carved with a gouge, the piece showcases a raw, tactile surface and strong folk art influence. Bold, expressive features. Eyes are painted in white, while a red border with graphic lines adds vibrant contrast. Steel nails, driven into the top and back of the head, form dramatic crest-like hairlines on both profiles. A powerful and unusual piece of outsider art ! Signed "Paul BAUMDET" at the back. A unique addition to any Art Brut or Folk Art collection.
  • Similar to:
    Robert Tatin (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.42 in (29 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    ROUEN, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9230245119212

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