Mid 20th Century Mid Century Rustic Witco Carved Burnt Wood Sculpture

Description

Large wood sculpture made by Witco, c.1960/70's, depicting a Mother Farther and Child, executed in the signature Witco dimensional surface. This example is in very good, original, clean and ready to display condition, shows light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good, original, clean and ready to install - shows light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.

Origin:
United States

Creator:
Brand: Witco; Styled After: William Westenhaver

Materials & Techniques:
Wood

Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good, original, clean and ready to install - shows light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

48 x 12 x 1.5 in

Mid 20th Century Mid Century Rustic Witco Carved Burnt Wood Sculpture

Lot 0846

Estimate $220-$530

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