Experience the refined artistry of mid-20th century Czech porcelain with this remarkable piece by Jiří Černoch, created in 1959. The sculpture, entitled "Roháč" (Great crested grebe), depicts fauna in a bold, expressive style, rendered entirely in porcelain and finished with deep black glazing that emphasizes the dramatic contours and textures.
Standing 23 cm tall, this piece embodies the synthesis of naturalistic observation and modernist expression, a hallmark of Cernoch's work. The smooth, glossy surface, combined with careful modeling, gives it both sculptural weight and aesthetic refinement.
Perfect for collectors of 20th-century Czech porcelain or anyone seeking a powerful decorative object that conveys strength, elegance, and the quiet poetry of the natural world.
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Explore the refined craftsmanship of mid-20th century Czech porcelain with this extraordinary 1959 work by Jiří Černoch. The sculpture "Roháč" depicts fauna in a bold, expressive style, made entirely of porcelain and covered with a deep black glaze that emphasizes dramatic contours and texture.
At 23 cm high, the work combines naturalistic observation with the contemporary artistic expression that is characteristic of Černoch's work. The smooth, glossy surface combined with precise modelling gives the sculpture both mass and aesthetic elegance.
Ideal for collectors of 20th century Czech porcelain or for anyone looking for a decorative object emanating strength, grace and subtle poetry of nature.
