Further Explorations
France, 1960s
Deep ceramic plate by Jacques Pochain (1925-2015) from Atelier Dieulefit. A geometric bird engraved on a pale, softly mottled surface. Reflection of the experimental spirit of postwar French ceramics. Signed to the underside. Minor chip to the rim.
Width: 15.5 cm
Height: 4 cm
Weight: 356 g
Indonesia, West Java, Cirebon, 19th century
Wooden Topeng mask from the Cirebon theatrical tradition. Elongated male face with a dramatic, expressive character and ornamental mustache. Natural wood surface with an aged patina.
Height: 30 cm
Width: 17 cm
Weight: 677 g
Netherlands, 18th century
Delftware framed roundel with a hand-painted biblical scene from the Gospel of Luke. Visible hairline cracks consistent with age.
Width: 18 cm
Height: 3.5 cm
Weight: 341 g
Gabon, 20th century
Wooden seated figure attributed to Fang people. Weighty and balanced, with pronounced facial features and coiffure.
Height: 53 cm
Width: 19 cm
Weight: 3416 g
