Large Bust Of A Faun Signed Vallmitjana, Terracotta, 19th Century

Beautiful terracotta bust representing a mischievous and smiling faun.
Very beautiful terracotta from the second half of the 19th century signed on the back Vallmitjana for Venanci Vallmitjana y Barnaby (1828-1919).

This large bust of a mischievous and expressive faun is represented slightly turned three-quarters, it rests on a beautiful terracotta pedestal.
The faun's face is very nicely treated with many details, particular care has been taken with this terracotta.
He has a big smile, his eyes are very expressive, he is wearing a crown of grapes and vine branches.
his pointed ears stand out from his hair and beard which blends with his hairy torso. he seems to come out of a bacchanal and has a little lewd side. the many details are very finely treated and despite his age he is in very good condition. the original patina of the terracotta is very beautiful and highlights these many details.

Venanci Vallmitjana was a very well-known and renowned sculptor in Spain in Barcelona in the 19th century.
Signature in hollow on the back of the bust.

a very beautiful bust of a very expressive faun, a beautiful terracotta of very good quality.

dimensions:
39 cm high.

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