Barcelos Figurine: Sow with Piglets by Júlia Ramalho, 27 cm

Barcelos Figurine: Sow with Piglets by Júlia Ramalho, 27 cm Figure featuring a sow’s head with four arms holding four piglets. As these handcrafted figurines are unique, they may exhibit minor imperfections due to the meticulous craftsmanship and kiln-firing process. An intriguing sculptural piece from Portuguese figurative art of Barcelos, bearing the unmistakable "JR" hallmark of ceramist Júlia Ramalho! She is currently one of the country’s most important ceramicists (or potters) and an indispensable reference in Barcelos figurative folk art—both nationally and internationally. The beauty of her pieces is undeniable: modeled in white clay (faience), glazed in a honey-brown caramel hue—her signature color. Júlia Ramalho, granddaughter of the renowned ceramist Rosa Ramalho, was born on May 3, 1946, in São Martinho de Galegos, Braga. She trained under her grandmother and inherited her passion and artistic skill. Her works feature strong metaphorical and hyperbolic elements; she creates scenes depicting rural life, its activities and professions, facets of daily existence—as well as religious and mythological figures. Bacchuses and devils; Medusas, Christs and saints; fantastic figures, Father Inácio and the Seven Deadly Sins; goats, pigs, elephants and owls; nativity scenes. Decorated with dripping glazes in ochre tones. Incised signature "JR" Dimensions: 27 cm height × 12 cm width A meticulously crafted piece by the renowned artist Júlia Ramalho. Additional pieces available. Hand-delivery available in "Oeiras" or shipping via registered mail upon bank transfer payment, with postage borne by the buyer. See other listings by this seller