Beatrice Wood

(American, 1893-1998)

To The Whitehouse, c. 1990

stoneware, mixed media

signed 'BEATO'

Overall | H 24 x W 23 1/2 x D 9 1/2 inches

Property from the Ginny L. Williams Collection, Denver, Colorado

Overall stable condition. Tail element has been professionally reattached and in stable condition. Approximately 6 stress cracks possibly from firing visible to the underside of the structure. Neck to animal figure is stable but has some crazing/separation of glaze at seam possibly during the firing process (internal firing crack apparent to underside of structure would benefit from being professionally addressed).

Seemingly volcanic glaze applied with variations and discrepancies to glaze and texture inherent to the artists fabrication process (some losses and material chips does not detract from overall appearance). Hand element may be missing a tendril to "male" form side. Underside to base is not perfectly flush and has applied epoxy/glue to 4 points to rest base.

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To The Whitehouse, c. 1990

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