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Ceramic Expressionist Head In White Stoneware With Bismuth Rakú Glaze, 2010s

Chairish

$2,789

Testa 9 is an expressionist ceramic head sculpture created in white stoneware with a bismuth Rakú glaze. This ceramic head belongs to the artist’s Testas series, a body of work composed of unique hand-modeled ceramic heads that explore individuality and collectivity. Each Testa is conceived as a one-of-a-kind ceramic head, deliberately rough in texture and marked by the organic unpredictability of the glazing process, embracing accident, erosion, and imperfection as part of its expressive power. The surface of this expressionist head reveals layers of white and earthy tones, with subtle variations introduced by the Rakú firing process. The result is a sculptural presence that oscillates between fragility and permanence, recalling both ancient ritual objects and contemporary explorations of the human figure. The Testas series works through direct and instinctive modeling of the human head, underlining the tension between singular identity and collective resemblance. While each ceramic head is different, when displayed together the series creates a striking reflection on individuality and community as inseparable dualities. Testa 9 measures 58 × 39 × 35 cm and weighs 11 kg. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution

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