SEIZŌ SUGAWARA
(1884-1937)HEAD OF A WOMAN, c. 1928
High-relief sculpture depicting a female head, in carved and lacquered wood. The hair, finished in black lacquer, is cut short in a garçonne style on one side, while the other side is left longer and gently curves around the neck, creating a subtle sense of movement.
The elongated face is coated in a rich, deep chocolate-brown lacquer and is defined by an ethereal expression, half-closed eyes, and finely shaped lips, lending the work a sense of softness and a nearly meditative presence.
The wood, previously worked with a gouge, has not been fully smoothed, allowing a slight relief to remain visible beneath the lacquer. This texture, perceptible through the surface, enriches the material and enhances the way light animates the piece.
The base, conceived as an integral part of the sculpture, is finished in a matte light-brown lacquer that contrasts with the glossy surface above.
The elongated face is coated in a rich, deep chocolate-brown lacquer and is defined by an ethereal expression, half-closed eyes, and finely shaped lips, lending the work a sense of softness and a nearly meditative presence.
The wood, previously worked with a gouge, has not been fully smoothed, allowing a slight relief to remain visible beneath the lacquer. This texture, perceptible through the surface, enriches the material and enhances the way light animates the piece.
The base, conceived as an integral part of the sculpture, is finished in a matte light-brown lacquer that contrasts with the glossy surface above.
H 22 1/2 - W 6 7/8 - L 5 3/8 in.
H 57.2 - W 17.5 - L 13.7 cm.
H 57.2 - W 17.5 - L 13.7 cm.