Ceramic Glazed Infant Bust Sculpture

This is a small-scale ceramic bust of an infant, likely crafted from stoneware or earthenware. The sculpture features a glossy glaze with a distinctive speckled or mottled finish in shades of tan, beige, and light brown. The infant's face is rendered with soft, realistic proportions, including chubby cheeks, a small nose, and eyes looking slightly to the side. The head is partially covered by a bonnet or hood that folds across the top, while the lower portion depicts a swaddled or wrapped torso, creating a stable base for the piece. The overall construction shows a high level of hand-modeled craftsmanship, with attention to the organic curves of the face. Condition-wise, the glaze appears intact with a fine natural crazing consistent with age, and there are some darker spots that may be kiln-firing artifacts or environmental patina. The style suggests a mid-20th-century artisanal or studio pottery piece, possibly European or American in origin. No maker's marks are immediately visible in the frontal view, but the quality of the facial modeling indicates a skilled artist.

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