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Petrides János (Johann Petrides) Large Terracotta Bust of a Hooded Elderly Man Austro-hungarian, Circa 1900 (1 of 12)
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Petrides János (Johann Petrides) Large Terracotta Bust of a Hooded Elderly Man Austro-hungarian, Circa 1900

REF: LA570521
£15,500
€17,875
$20,878
LoveAntiques Dealersince May 2024
LoveAntiques Dealersince May 2024
Description
An imposing and finely executed terracotta bust representing a hooded elderly man of striking psychological presence, attributed to the Austro-Hungarian sculptor János (Johann) Petrides. The present work exemplifies Petrides’ sensitivity to character and expression, with the sitter’s deeply furrowed features and contemplative gaze rendered with remarkable naturalism. The sculptor’s handling of the terracotta medium is particularly noteworthy in the subtle modulation of surface and the convincing treatment of the drapery, which envelops the figure in a rhythmic, almost painterly manner. The original polychrome surface, now softly mellowed with age, enhances the sense of depth and materiality, lending the piece a distinguished patina consistent with works of the period. While Petrides is primarily known for smaller decorative figures produced within the Viennese artistic milieu, large-scale works of this nature are decidedly uncommon, and attest to a more ambitious sculptural practice. Signed: incised signature to the reverse Medium: terracotta with polychrome surface Height: 69 cm (27.2 in) Width: 50 cm (19.7 in) Depth: 25 cm (9.8 in) Date: circa 1900 Condition: in good overall condition, with minor wear consistent with age; surface patina preserved A compelling and decorative sculpture of considerable presence, suitable for both serious collections of European sculpture and refined interior settings.
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Height:
69 cm
Width:
50 cm
Depth:
25 cm
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Zonda Antiques has clarified that the Petrides János (Johann Petrides) Large Terracotta Bust of a Hooded Elderly Man Austro-hungarian, Circa 1900 (LA570521) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 20th
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Date of Manufacture:
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