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Maquette for a Statuette of a Woman Washing, 1895 (plaster & shellac
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Maquette for a Statuette of a Woman Washing, 1895 (plaster & shellac
LMG440334 Maquette for a Statuette of a Woman Washing, 1895 (plaster & shellac) (see also 440333 & 440335) by Thornycroft, William Hamo (1850-1925); 17x11x12 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22369084
© Leeds Museums and Galleries / Bridgeman Images
Bathing Bending Cleaning Container Crouching Maquette Pouring Reaching Statuette Washing
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This print showcases the exquisite "Maquette for a Statuette of a Woman Washing" created by William Hamo Thornycroft in 1895. The delicate sculpture, made from plaster and shellac, stands at a modest size of 17x11x12 cm, yet its presence is undeniably powerful. In this mesmerizing piece, we witness a female figure gracefully bending over as she reaches into a container placed before her. With an air of tranquility surrounding her, the woman kneels on the ground with poise and elegance. Her posture exudes both strength and vulnerability simultaneously. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this artwork. From the intricate folds in the woman's gown to the meticulously sculpted pot she holds, Thornycroft captures not only physical beauty but also emotional depth within his creation. As we observe this statuette maquette, we are transported to another time - an era where bathing rituals were cherished moments of self-care and rejuvenation. The pouring motion frozen in time suggests that water cascades from the vessel held by our subject onto her naked body – symbolizing purity and cleansing. Displayed at Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) in the United Kingdom, this remarkable piece serves as a testament to Thornycroft's mastery as well as an homage to feminine grace. It reminds us of our connection with nature through simple acts like washing oneself – acts that can be transformative
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