Female Bust 1800 - 1830

sculpture

technical car design render

3d sculpting

3d model

folk-art

3d character model

front view render

portrait head and shoulder

plant

sculpture

3d modeling

decorative-art

3d character modeling

3d concept

digital portrait

This anonymous carved wooden bust, dating from 1800-1830, depicts a woman with a simple, yet striking, presence. The artist utilizes a folk art style, evident in the simplified features and the bold, contrasting colors. The woman's braided hair, large, almond-shaped eyes, and serious expression contribute to a somber and slightly melancholic mood. The bust, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, stands as a testament to the enduring power of folk art traditions and their ability to capture the human form in a direct and engaging manner.