Wooden sculpture of Jesus Christ by Jean-Claude Lardeux 

Wood Sculpture of Jesus Christ - Ref 06515

by Jean-Claude Lardeux (1943-2018)

France, 1960s

Expressive Wood Sculpture of Jesus Christ by Jean-Claude Lardeux — French Realist Spiritual Art

This powerful wood sculpture by French artist Jean-Claude Lardeux depicts Jesus Christ with striking emotional intensity and spiritual gravitas.

Carved with remarkable precision, the emaciated face and deeply etched features reveal both physical suffering and profound inner strength. The artist’s minimalist, austere realism conveys a raw emotional truth that transcends decorative art, inviting deep reflection and reverence.

Lardeux’s masterful craftsmanship blends technical rigor with emotional depth, capturing the timeless human struggle between pain and transcendence.

A compelling work of mid-20th-century French realist sculpture, it embodies both expressive restraint and spiritual power.

Dimensions: Height 44 cm (17.3 in), Width 26 cm (10.2 in), Depth 20 cm (7.9 in).

Excellent condition !

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Tsunemitsu (常光) was a Japanese bronze sculptor of the Meiji period (1868–1912).

The Meiji period (1868–1912) was a period of profound transformation in Japan. The country, which had been isolated for centuries under the Tokugawa shogunate, opened up to the West after the Meiji Restoration in 1868. This period marked the beginning of Japan's rapid modernization, affecting the arts, sciences, industry, and technology. Artisans like Tsunemitsu were faced with the challenge of blending traditional techniques with modern Western influences.

Tsunemitsu's work is characterized by a technical mastery and artistic sensibility that combines tradition and modernity. He produced bronze sculptures that often depicted nature, animals, or elements inspired by traditional Japanese culture. However, his work was also influenced by Western artistic trends that became popular during the Meiji period.

Due to Japan's opening to Western trade and ideas during the Meiji period, many bronze makers began to adapt their techniques to meet the growing demand for modern decorative objects while maintaining a distinct Japanese identity. Tsunemitsu was part of this movement.

During the Meiji period, events such as the Vienna World's Fair of 1873 showcased Japanese products, including decorative arts such as bronzework, allowing artisans like Tsunemitsu to gain international recognition.

His influence lies in his ability to fuse traditional Japanese forms with modern materials and techniques, ushering in a new era of craftsmanship in Japan.