Elongated Standing Figure wearing Overalls and Cap
Sculpture, decorative ceramic figurine • Unidentified studio potter or commercial artisan. The style is reminiscent of European studio pottery (British or Scandinavian school) or craft-fair artisan tradition.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Studio Pottery / Whimsical Folk Art. It utilizes a stylized, elongated aesthetic common in late-modern decorative ceramics.
Medium & Technique
Glazed stoneware or earthenware; hand-modeled ceramic with high-gloss and matte glazes, potentially salt-glazed or oxide-washed to create the textured copper/brown effect on the overalls.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century to Early 21st Century (c. 1980 - present)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12-14 inches (30-35 cm) in height based on the surrounding book spines; free-standing vertical format.
Subject Description
A vertical, slender human figure depicted with a minimalist face, a wide-brimmed black cap, and long dark hair. The figure wears brown/earth-toned overalls over a black long-sleeved shirt. The composition emphasizes verticality and a simplified, folk-like charm.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The glaze appears intact with no visible major chips, cracks, or repairs in the primary view.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired via a craft gallery, art fair, or specialized boutique. No visible inventory numbers or labels are present on the external surface; such pieces usually have an impressed or incised mark on the base.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the 'Studio Pottery' movement where functional materials are used for purely decorative, whimsical figuration. While not a piece of high-art canon, it reflects the democratization of art through craft.
Notable Features
The contrast between the high-gloss black glaze on the hat and sleeves against the matte, mottled texture of the overalls. The 'no-neck' and minimalist facial feature design is a specific stylistic choice of the artist.
Condition Issues
Minor shelf wear at the base. Possible fine crazing in the glaze (common for ceramics) which is not readily visible in the image.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in a temperature-controlled environment; dust only with a soft, dry cloth or a slightly damp sponge. Avoid exposure to extreme heat which could stress the glaze.