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Polychromed Terracotta Signed Statue of a Woman and Child

About the Item

A lovely small terracotta statue of a young woman and a child. The woman is seated on a stool and has her hands clasped together. The young boy is sleeping on her lap with his limbs spread wide open. The sculpture shows the pleads and hair creases very well. The sculpture is signed with the initials CH.V.O.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
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  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Leuven , BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18911stDibs: LU3301119106772
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