Bust of Mary with Child, light brown ceramics, by K. Havlíček, Czech Republic, 1940s.
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The 'Mother of God with Child' bust, sculpted by Karel Havlíček in 1942, is a terracotta artwork measuring 27 × 31 × 14 cm. The warm, light brown hue and gently matte finish focus attention on the soft modeling of the faces and drapery, reflecting both neoclassical influence and late interwar European figurative realism. The form is compact yet softly contoured—crafted as a solid, seamless piece with no added ornamentation, shifting from finely detailed features to generalized, flowing shapes. Mary's and the Child's faces are realistically rendered but restrained, while the mother's hands gently embrace the child in a protective, tender gesture. The artist's signature is found on the surface. There are minor abrasions and superficial edge chips, yet the clay is structurally sound, without cracks or visible repairs. The work has survived in good condition, showing authentic traces of age.
This bust evokes an era when European figurative art sought to preserve themes of spirituality amidst a reality shadowed by war. Its monochrome clay form radiates a sense of shelter and care—fluidity of line and gentle shadows shaping an atmosphere of intimacy, and the timeless idea of protection. The lowered head of Mary and the child leaning
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Height27 cm
Depth14 cm
Width31 cm
Dimension details
Width31 cm
Height27 cm
Depth14 cm
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