Octaaf Rotsaert - Authentic Terracotta Sculpture – Octaaf Rotsaert – 'Piëta' / Mother and Child - Sold

For sale: a beautiful, expressive terracotta sculpture by renowned Belgian artist Octaaf Rotsaert. This work is a textbook example of Rotsaert's mastery of capturing human emotion and religious devotion.
The sculpture depicts a Pietà scene (Mary supporting the body of the dead Christ), executed in a powerful, almost impressionistic style. The rough texture and visible traces of sculpting give the work tremendous dynamism and a palpable soul.
Features
Artist: Octaaf Rotsaert (Bruges, 1885 – 1964).
Material: Baked earth / Terracotta.
Style: Expressionistic with a classical religious theme.
Condition: In good, original condition with a beautiful, aged patina. (Please check for any small chips or cracks and mention them if present.)
Details: The vertical lines in the drapery of the robe contrast beautifully with the anatomical details of the central figure.
About the artist
Octaaf Rotsaert was a respected sculptor and teacher at the Academy of Bruges. He is known for his monumental works in public spaces (such as the statue of Guido Gezelle in Bruges) and his intimate, religiously inspired terracottas. His work is characterized by a profound humanity and a strong design.