Etruscan, Circa 1930-1940, Giorgio Rossi (1894–1981), Tuscan Sculptor

Etruscan, circa 1930-1940, Giorgio Rossi (1894–1981), Tuscan Sculptor
Period: circa 1930-1940
Artist: Giorgio Rossi (1894–1981)
This sculpture participated in various exhibitions and is illustrated on page 41 of the catalog from the 2010 monographic exhibition held in Florence.
Material: Terracotta with dark patinated wooden base
Dimensions: Height 50 cm
School: Early 20th-century Tuscan school, influenced by a return to archaic and classical forms


The Etruscan sculpture by Giorgio Rossi portrays a seated figure characterized by a hieratic and solemn pose, evoking archaic elements and deliberate stylization. The simplified form, with essential volumes and smooth surfaces, conveys a sense of timelessness and connection to the ancient Etruscan tradition.

Rossi intended to evoke the idea of an ancestral figure, reinforcing the archaic aspect through a primitive modeling style and a contemplative posture.
The sculpture highlights the artist's interest in form synthesis and the poetic reinterpretation of Tuscan cultural roots. The terracotta has a warm, natural tone, giving the figure a quality that is both earthly and spiritual.
Provenance: The sculpture comes directly from the artist’s family, where it remained until recently.
Condition: Good condition.

Unique piece, modeled by the artist, a tribute to archaic culture reinterpreted with a modern sensibility.