{"product_id":"textured-vintage-papier-mache-head-scupture-wth-hand-painted-detailing-on-custom-stand-stand","title":"Textured Vintage Papier-Mâché Head Sculpture with hand-painted detailing on Custom stand.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vintage papier-mache head sculpture presents a compelling blend of primitive styling and mid-century modern display sensiblities. The bust is hand-formed from layered papier-maché, then coated in a texture yellow finish with a  a mottled black wash that enhances its sculptural depth and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eage. Facial features are subtly defined -narrow eyes, a long straight nose, and closed lips-giving the piece a serene, contemplative expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hand-incised motif circles the crown, resembling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecoiled or stylized hair beneath a headband or cap, adding to the object's enigmatic quality. The form sits atop a simple rod mounted into a rustic, hand-cut wooden plinth, grounding the piece with industrial contrast. The base of the sculpture reveals remnants of old printed paper and rough backing, consistent with traditional papier-mâché construction methods, suggesting it may have originated as a studio maquette, display figure, or folk art object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely dating from the mid-20th century, this head is both raw and refined-a tactile, visually engaging work suited for collectors of outsider art, studio sculpture, or unusual decorative accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable with intentional surface texture and some minor wear consistent with age. Exposed paper backing visible underneath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage condition as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions Approximately: Base is 11\"L by 8.5\"W and Bust is 12.5'H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Whale Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49264393093310,"sku":"0742501","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6760\/1086\/files\/2219BE44-20FC-40C3-B26B-A71277597350.heic?v=1791750918","url":"https:\/\/bigwhaleconsignment.com\/products\/textured-vintage-papier-mache-head-scupture-wth-hand-painted-detailing-on-custom-stand-stand","provider":"Big Whale Consignment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}