Isabelle Bloom Art Appraisal

Isabelle Bloom Concrete Sculpture of a Girl with Bird

This is an original handcrafted sculpture created by the renowned Iowa artist Isabelle Bloom. The piece depicts a simplified, modernistic young girl with her head tilted upward in a peaceful expression, cradling a small bird in her hands. The sculpture is cast in Bloom's signature concrete composite, characterized by a heavy, durable feel and a distinctive textured surface. It features the traditional 'teal' or 'weathered' bluish-gray finish with white highlights in the recessed details to create depth and highlight the intricate patterns. The girl's skirt is embellished with vertical rows of stylized floral and dot patterns, a common motif in Bloom's middle-to-late period works. The sculpture appears to be in excellent condition with no visible cracks, chips, or major structural damage. There is a natural, pleasing patina consistent with indoor display. The bottom of the piece typically carries the artist's impressed signature or a foil label, which confirms its provenance as an authentic work from the Davenport, Iowa studio. This piece demonstrates the high-quality craftsmanship of the 'clay-like' concrete mold technique used to mimic stone carvings. Estimated to be from the late 20th century, this larger vertical format is highly sought after by collectors for its serene aesthetic and mid-century modern influence.