C. Hocböck. Central European Art Nouveau School,... Lot 23

C. Hocböck. Central European Art Nouveau School, ca. 1910 "Young lady". Bust, Art Nouveau, ca. 1900 . Patinated terracotta. Terracotta bust of a young woman of fine beauty, with elegant features that denote a certain classical idealisation, although her restrained and emotional expressiveness is typical of the fin-de-siècle period. She has long hair, which she covers with a cape. It is patinated in various colours and gilding. Signed C. Hocböck. on the side. Provenance: Spanish private collection, formed between 1970 and 2010. Good condition Normal wear and tear due to use and the passage of time. Measurements: 48 x 30 x 22 cm.