Lot # 47 - Mid-Century Modern Abstract Carved Wood Sculpture – Mother & Child

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 17-Sep-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 24-Sep-2025 7:46:00 PM
Current bid:

$22.00

Highest bidder:

bluelagoon

Auction has ended

Description :

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Carved Wood Sculpture – Mother & Child – Paraguay

A graceful hand-carved wooden sculpture depicting an abstract mother and child form. Crafted in smooth, flowing lines, the piece emphasizes organic modernist shapes and the intimacy of familial connection. Marked Paraguay on the underside, reflecting its South American origin.

Measurements (range):

  • Height: Approx. 10"–11"

  • Width: Approx. 2.5"–3"

  • Depth: Approx. 2.5"–3"

Historical Note:
Abstract wooden carvings of the mid-20th century were often inspired by modernist sculpture while still drawing from regional folk traditions. Paraguayan artisans in particular produced elegant hardwood carvings in the 1960s–70s, blending cultural symbolism with the simplicity of modern design. The mother-and-child motif is a timeless subject in sculpture, celebrated across cultures for its universal resonance.

Value:
Comparable South American mid-century wooden carvings, especially those with abstract mother-and-child forms, are valued in the $125–$225 range, depending on size, wood type, and condition.


Auction History

Highest bidder is bluelagoon

Date Bid User
24-Sep-2025 4:16:14 PM $22.00 bluelagoon
24-Sep-2025 4:16:14 PM $21.00 morning_lorri
24-Sep-2025 2:50:06 PM $17.00 bluelagoon
24-Sep-2025 2:50:06 PM $16.00 morning_lorri
24-Sep-2025 2:24:30 PM $12.00 bluelagoon
24-Sep-2025 2:24:30 PM $11.00 morning_lorri
24-Sep-2025 2:24:22 PM $10.00 bluelagoon
24-Sep-2025 2:24:22 PM $9.00 morning_lorri
22-Sep-2025 6:33:36 AM $5.00 bluelagoon

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