Ezra Reclining Terracotta Figure
17 x 5 x 8.5 inches. A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a reclining female figure in an odalisque-inspired pose. The figure is modeled resting on a rectangular, draped couch or chaise. The entire surface of the figure is treated with a distinctive, repetitive reptilian or scaly texture. The woman is depicted wearing a textured headband or circlet. The work features a multi-toned patina in shades of earthy brown, tan, and muted green. The sculpture is constructed through a hollow-cast method, which is visible on the underside. An incised signature reading EZRA is located on the side of the base near the foot of the couch. The lower edge of the base features a repeating vertical notched pattern. 14.5 inches long.
[ translate ]17 x 5 x 8.5 inches. A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a reclining female figure in an odalisque-inspired pose. The figure is modeled resting on a rectangular, draped couch or chaise. The entire surface of the figure is treated with a distinctive, repetitive reptilian or scaly texture. The woman is depicted wearing a textured headband or circlet. The work features a multi-toned patina in shades of earthy brown, tan, and muted green. The sculpture is constructed through a hollow-cast method, which is visible on the underside. An incised signature reading EZRA is located on the side of the base near the foot of the couch. The lower edge of the base features a repeating vertical notched pattern. 14.5 inches long.
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