Description:

Gustavsberg Biscuit Sculpture “Psyche”, c. 1900

Biscuit porcelain sculpture depicting Psyche, the mythological spirit and goddess of the soul. The figure is executed in unglazed, matte porcelain with a classical expression, finely modelled anatomy and softly rendered drapery. Psyche is shown standing with wings and holding a small vessel. Produced at Gustavsberg around 1900.

Origin: Sweden.
Manufacturer: Gustavsberg.
Material: Biscuit porcelain.
Dimensions: H. 34 cm, W. 12 cm.
Period: Circa 1900.
Condition: Fine condition with minor age-related wear.

Bio:
Around 1900, Gustavsberg produced a number of figurative biscuit porcelain sculptures, often inspired by classical mythology and antique ideals. The biscuit technique, with its matte, marble-like surface, was particularly suited to sculptural works and commonly used for decorative interior figures. These early Gustavsberg sculptures are today regarded as desirable collector’s pieces.