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Mid-20th Century Embracing Lovers Clay Modeled Signed Sculpture
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This figural sculpture captures a moment of poetic intimacy. The piece presents two lovers entwined in a timeless embrace, their forms rendered in smooth, softly quality of clay. The figures themselves are delicately elongated, their stylized forms merged as if emerging from the same amorous breath.
Hand-modeled embracing lovers sculpture. The romantic figures were hand-modeled in clay, then cast from plaster to create this finished piece. The sculpture is formed in the round and can be enjoyed from all viewing angles. The artist’s signature is difficult to decipher, but present on the base.
Appears to be vintage mid-20th Century.
7.25” Wide x 9” Deep x 12” High
6lbs
- Similar to:Auguste Rodin (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Original vintage condition no notable wear.
- Seller Location:Chattanooga, TN
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2255346992692
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