Mid 20th Century Italian Terracotta Small Sculpture

Description

This finely sculpted terracotta scene of men playing cards is exceptional. The detail achieved in this scale is quite remarkable. … more This finely sculpted terracotta scene of men playing cards is exceptional. The detail achieved in this scale is quite remarkable. You can see each man’’s expression, the tableware, cards, hands, even the pipe. If you use your imagination you can hear the lively banter amongst these gentlemen.

This piece was conceived and executed by Grasso in the middle of the 20th century. It is a numbered piece made in Italy. less