Lot 615: Helen Gorsuch Raku Sculpture of Faun on Boars
Estate Collection: Antiques, Sterling Silver, Cut Glass & Fine Art · Sold
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- Auction
- Estate Collection: Antiques, Sterling Silver, Cut Glass & Fine Art
- Lot Number
- 615
- Status
- Sold
- Hammer / Price
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- Opening Bid
- $5.00
- Accepted Bids
- 22
- Closed
- 6/11/26 7:17 PM PT
Description
A figural raku-fired ceramic sculpture by Helen Gorsuch depicting a horned nude figure in a turquoise textured cap seated astride two recumbent boar-like creatures, with a small piglet tucked at the figure's side. The animals are deeply incised with curvilinear and dotted patterns and finished in oxblood and mossy green glazes, contrasting the crackled white glaze of the figure. Signed and dated "Gorsuch 2009" along the flank. Item Specifics Artist Helen Gorsuch Material Ceramic & Porcelain Theme Animals Production Technique Pottery Type Sculpture Signed By Helen Gorsuch Subject Faun, Boars Style Contemporary Art Features Signed, Dated Culture American Region of Origin United States Condition There appears to be a repair to the foot.