Hand-Painted Ceramic Cicada Sculpture by Adele Anderson Lawton for Shearwater

This is a hand-painted ceramic cicada sculpture, measuring approximately 6 x 14 inches. The piece is characterized by its vibrant color palette, including shades of black, yellow, green, and a naturalistic brown. The glossy finish suggests it is glazed ceramic. The cicada's body is intricately detailed, with stylized representations of its wings and head. The head features prominent black 'eyes' with white accents, and a yellow and black patterned forehead. The thorax area displays a large yellow pattern with black outlining, contrasting with a smaller U-shaped black area. Below this, there's a segment with green and brown striped detailing, reminiscent of insect segmentation. The wings are depicted as large, leaf-like forms in brown with large black veins or patterns, extending down to a pointed abdomen. The surface appears smooth and free of visible chips, cracks, or significant wear, indicating good preservation. The craftsmanship suggests it is a decorative art piece, possibly intended for wall mounting due to its elongated, somewhat flat back profile. The specific dimensions and the additional context "painted for Shearwater by Adele Anderson Lawton" indicate it is a unique, artist-commissioned or produced piece. The style has a contemporary folk art or artisanal quality, emphasizing natural forms with artistic interpretation.