St. Tomas Carved Wood Polychrome Sculpture Early 20th Century
This is a wonderful early 20th century polychrome sculpture of St. Thomas, carved from wood. The piece shows an almost abstract, cubist-inspired shape, which gives it a modern and avant-garde aesthetic while still honoring its traditional religious subject.
The sculpture features sharp, angular lines that reflect a cubist approach to form. The sculptor has skillfully reduced the figure to a series of geometric shapes, brining the focus to the essence of the saint's form rather than adhering to a realistic portrayal. This abstraction is evident in the faceted surfaces and the strong, defined planes that compose the figure, giving it a dynamic and somewhat fragmented appearance.
The polychrome finish adds a rich layer of color to the sculpture, with deep, muted tones of red, green, and gold. Over time, the patina has softened these tones, adding warmth and character to the piece.
Comes in a good condition.
Dimensions: W. 9 x D. 7 x H. 36 cm
This is a wonderful early 20th century polychrome sculpture of St. Thomas, carved from wood. The piece shows an almost abstract, cubist-inspired shape, which gives it a modern and avant-garde aesthetic while still honoring its traditional religious subject.
The sculpture features sharp, angular lines that reflect a cubist approach to form. The sculptor has skillfully reduced the figure to a series of geometric shapes, brining the focus to the essence of the saint's form rather than adhering to a realistic portrayal. This abstraction is evident in the faceted surfaces and the strong, defined planes that compose the figure, giving it a dynamic and somewhat fragmented appearance.
The polychrome finish adds a rich layer of color to the sculpture, with deep, muted tones of red, green, and gold. Over time, the patina has softened these tones, adding warmth and character to the piece.
Comes in a good condition.
Dimensions: W. 9 x D. 7 x H. 36 cm
This is a wonderful early 20th century polychrome sculpture of St. Thomas, carved from wood. The piece shows an almost abstract, cubist-inspired shape, which gives it a modern and avant-garde aesthetic while still honoring its traditional religious subject.
The sculpture features sharp, angular lines that reflect a cubist approach to form. The sculptor has skillfully reduced the figure to a series of geometric shapes, brining the focus to the essence of the saint's form rather than adhering to a realistic portrayal. This abstraction is evident in the faceted surfaces and the strong, defined planes that compose the figure, giving it a dynamic and somewhat fragmented appearance.
The polychrome finish adds a rich layer of color to the sculpture, with deep, muted tones of red, green, and gold. Over time, the patina has softened these tones, adding warmth and character to the piece.
Comes in a good condition.
Dimensions: W. 9 x D. 7 x H. 36 cm