Sculpture In Gray Sandstone Representing The Face Of A Child, Netherlands, Early 18th Century.

Sculpture in gray sandstone representing the face of a child or putto.

- This face is made very expressive thanks to finely sculpted details like those of the mouth highlighting hemmed lips that outline a smile and whose hollowed corners offer a corner of shade before the light catches on the generous bounce of the lips. play. The amiable expression of this chubby face, so characteristic of putti, is reinforced by its small upturned nose and its large almond-shaped eyes. His forehead is clear, but the hair sufficient to appreciate a very delicate work on the undulations of his hair.

- This child's head is similar to the production of the Baurscheit workshop. Jan Pieter Baurscheit the Elder (1669-1728) and his son Baurscheit dit le Jeune (1699-1768) are at the origin of an important production of profane sculptures, in particular of children, or putti, which will be immensely successful. in the interiors of the wealthy merchant population.

- Sculpture mounted on a black lacquered wooden base.

- Very good state of conservation, slight scratches and small superficial halos are to be noted on the skin. - Early 18th century, Netherlands - Height without base: 20cm Height with base: 25.5cm