Brenda Putnam 1890-1975 Mother and Child Maquette

a plaster maquette signed and dated 1944. Putnam had a long and distinguished sculptural career, was heavily exhibited and honored in her life time and cited in twenty-two art history books. The record price for a Putnam marble was $9,200, achieved at Christies in 1995.
NOTE: Putnam may not have been able to cast this piece in bronze due to World War II restrictions 8.5" high, 7.5" deep, 7" wide

(RORS40)(TC)
Condition Report: very good original condition, clean, no chips, cracks or repairs observed