This plaster statue of a rower, produced by Jihokera Bechyně in the 1950s, depicts a bare-chested man in dynamic motion, seated in a slender canoe. The entire composition is finished in a uniform, creamy beige with a matte satin surface. The fine, smooth texture and subtle shading accentuate the muscular structure and anatomical realism, while the gently contoured water-inspired base and minimalist, flowing silhouette draw on Central European postwar design precision. Rounded edges and clean, stylized lines align the piece with the mid-century modern aesthetic, expressing both restraint and dynamism in form. There are no visible chips or losses—the object is preserved in excellent, near-original condition, displaying almost no trace of use.
This figure resonates with the energy of the 1950s, a period when the themes of athletic endeavor and physicality symbolized postwar optimism. The tension in the arms and poised musculature tell the story of an era that valued both heroic form and an understated elegance. Its monochromatic, creamy surface and rhythmic outline give the impression of a moment frozen at the apex of effort, echoing the spirit of stylized realism characteristic of the time.
The statue can serve as a decorative accent atop a sideboard or shelf, lending quiet focus to rooms ranging from modernist to eclectic. Consider pairing it with ceramics or simple glass vessels to underscore its restrained elegance; against a dark or monochrome background, it acquires a more sculptural presence. It would
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Height20 cm
Depth17 cm
Width49 cm
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Width49 cm
Height20 cm
Depth17 cm
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