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A distinctive carved wooden male bust, characterized by an austere and deeply expressive face—poised somewhere between a portrait and a more unsettling representation.

The half-closed eyes, tightly set lips, elongated features, and stern expression lend the face an almost spectral air, while the distinctive treatment of the hair—rendered through fine incisions and carved curls—adds further character to the figure.

The wood retains a beautiful, warm patina along with numerous fissures and material markings; these elements bear witness to the passage of time and contribute to the work's authentic, weathered appearance.

An enigmatic and timeless face, perfectly suited for a collection dedicated to curiosities, wood sculpture, or the more unusual forms of folk art.

Period: Attributable to the late 19th or early 20th century

Material: Carved wood

Dimensions: 33 × 18 × 21 cm

Weight: 4.4 kg