Bauhaus / Wiener Werkstätte School Wood Sculpture of Crouching Venus, Signed

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About the Item

Bauhaus/WWiener Werkstätte School Wood Sculpture of Crouching Venus with Shell, Signed/IInscribed 'Petr V (either 40 or 46' for 1940 or 1946) Unidentified European Artist, the cipher offers various interruptions, such as Petrov means “son of Peter” and is a boy's name of Russian and Bulgarian origin, or Petr is a Czech respelling of the Greek name Peter, meaning "rock" or "stone." This striking Bauhaus/Wiener Werkstätte School wood sculpture, titled "Crouching Venus with Shell," is a masterful representation of mid-20th-century European artistry. Standing 21 inches high, 8 inches wide, and 10 inches deep, this impressive piece is signed and inscribed 'Petr V' with the date '40 or '46, indicating it was created during or shortly after World War II—a period marked by both artistic innovation and historical turbulence. The artist's identity remains unknown, but the signature hints at various interpretations: "Petrov," suggesting a Russian or Bulgarian origin meaning “son of Peter,” or "Petr," a Czech variant of the Greek name Peter, meaning "rock" or "stone." This sculpture exemplifies the artistic merits and design influences of the Bauhaus and Wiener Werkstätte studios, capturing the essence of these avant-garde movements. It depicts a nude Venus in a crouching position, gracefully holding a clam shell, symbolizing beauty and birth, and is set upon a naturalistic pedestal base. The entire work is carved from a single block of wood, showcasing meticulous attention to detail and a profound understanding of form and balance. This sculpture not only serves as a remarkable example of European modernist sculpture but also as a historical artifact reflecting the complex emotions and creative resilience of its era. Ideal for collectors of fine art, this piece embodies both timeless beauty and cultural significance. Overall Measurements: 21 inches high, 8 inches wide, and 10 inches deep Figure of crouching Venus alone is 16 inches high, 8 inches wide, and 8 inches deep.

Similar to:
Wiener Werkstätte (Workshop/Studio)
Dimensions:
Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
Style:
Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Europe
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1940/1946?
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
West Palm Beach, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: SDHU5T23531stDibs: LU2592340102992

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