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Expressive Bronze Sculpture, Signed JR, 1989
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De Kwakel, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since April 2021 • 150 sales
Product description
This expressive bronze sculpture presents a powerful abstracted human form, seated in quiet introspection. The figure is reduced to flowing, rounded volumes, allowing mass, balance, and surface to carry the emotional weight rather than literal detail. The posture suggests both strength and vulnerability, a timeless meditation on the human presence.
The bronze surface displays a beautifully developed patina, with deep green and brown tones that accentuate the sculpture’s organic contours. Light moves gently across the surface, revealing subtle textures and traces of the sculptor’s hand. The work feels intimate yet monumental, equally suited for close viewing or as a sculptural focal point in an interior.
Signed “JR” and dated 1989, this piece reflects the expressive sculptural language characteristic of late 20th-century European bronze sculpture, where abstraction and figurative references merge into a single, emotionally charged form.
About the artist
The sculpture bears the signature “JR”; however, the artist has not been conclusively identified. The confident modeling, sensitive treatment of form, and mature patina suggest an experienced sculptor working within an established sculptural tradition. Works such as this were often created in small studios or regional foundries, emphasizing craftsmanship, material integrity, and expressive depth over public recognition.
Condition
In excellent condition, with a rich, well-preserved patina that enhances the sculptural depth and character of the bronze.
Material: Bronze
Year: 1989
Dimensions H 22 x W 17 x D 15 cm
Stock nr 01220126OS
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsGrey, GreenMaterialBronzeNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeSmallHeight22 cmWidth17 cm
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De Kwakel, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since April 2021 • 150 sales