Terre Cuite Orientaliste Signé Antoine Bastet Editée Par Sèvres , Egyptienne Denudée , Curiosa
Ancient & important terracotta sculpture of a young water carrier.
Work by French sculptor Antoine Bastet (1853-1905).
This denuded young Egyptian, perfectly illustrates the orientalist taste developed at the end of the 19th century.
The subtly sculpted model is a perfect example of the orientalist taste developed at the end of the 19th century.
The subtle modelling of the face, as well as the delicate treatment of the fabrics, testify to the skill of Bastet, a sculptor renowned for his decorative compositions imbued with elegance and exoticism.
The work is signed "Bastet" on the terrace and bears the circular stamp of the Manufacture de Sèvres, as well as an edition number.
Beautiful terracotta with original patina, featuring a warm brown-ochre tone.
Height : 52 cm
Good general state of preservation, note a chip on the nose/
Period: 19th century
Style: Orientalism
Condition: Good condition
Material: Terracotta
Reference (ID): 1755430
Availability: In stock
