Virginia K. Hess Ceramic on Wood Wall Sculpture of a Face
Item Details
Wood, Ceramic
A ceramic and wood sculpture by Dayton artist Virginia K. Hess. This contemporary work depicts a figural portrait of a sculpted face coming from the carved, textured wood panel. The piece is not signed by the artist.
Virginia Krause Hess is a versatile, distinguished artist from Dayton, Ohio whose works range from oil paintings to wood, ceramic, stone and metalwork sculptures in subjects spanning from from abstract work, portraiture and landscapes, to historical scenes and events. She has fulfilled commissions from public institutions and private collectors both regionally and nationally. In 2006, Ms. Hess unveiled a bronze bust at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Virginia received her formal art education at the School of the Dayton Art Institute and the University of Dayton. She has taught fine art classes at several institutions throughout the Ohio Valley Region.
Condition
- some wear, scratching, light chipping and denting to be expected with age and use.
Dimensions
- measurement above reflects the size of the sculpture.
Item #
18CIN035-162
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