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Curly-Haired Woman with a Cat
Curly-Haired Woman with a Cat
Hand-sculpted in Hu Yunping’s studio in China; collected by institutions and private collectors.
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“Curly-Haired Woman with a Cat”
Size: Approx. H 27 cm, W 15 cm | Weight: Approx. 2407 g
Finish: Unpainted—natural clay color and texture preserved; each piece is one of a kind (minor variations are normal and cannot be exactly replicated)
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This sculpture portrays a curly-haired woman sitting in quiet stillness. Her head tilts slightly, eyes gently closed, and her expression feels soft—as if resting inside a moment of silence.
Kneeling with a subtle forward lean, she holds no deliberate gesture. A small cat lies calmly on her lap. There is no obvious interaction, yet an intimate sense of companionship settles between them.
The cat’s curled shape is rounded and simple, while her hands fall naturally at her sides. The composition is clean and balanced, carrying a tender emotion that remains understated and calm.
Created as an original handmade sculpture, this piece is made for collectors who appreciate quiet presence, handcrafted texture, and the small moments of everyday life.
Hand-shaped from natural clay and left unpainted, the work preserves the earthy tone and fired texture of the material. The curls, facial expression, and clothing lines retain visible handcrafted marks.
This is not a staged “cozy scene,” but an everyday pause—human and animal, simply keeping each other company in silence.
Display suggestion: Ideal for living rooms, study shelves, or bedside displays. A collectible handmade sculpture that brings calm, tenderness, and a sense of companionship to modern interiors.
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