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Óscar Aldonza TorresCeramic Expressionist Head in Refractory Stoneware with Copper Glaze Testa nº 112019
2019
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About the Item
Ceramic expressionist head sculpture created in refractory stoneware with a semi-transparent copper glaze. This ceramic head belongs to the Testas series, a body of work composed of unique ceramic heads that explore the expressive potential of the human face. Testa nº 11 stands out for its large scale (56 x 46 x 41 cm) and its surface, where the copper glaze reveals a spectrum of textures and tones, ranging from earthy browns to oxidized greens, evoking the patina of ancient statuary.
The Testas series works with the head as a primal symbol, using direct modeling and expressive gesture to search for individuality while simultaneously revealing common traits across all pieces. Each ceramic expressionist head appears different, yet in the collective they emphasize resemblance, prompting reflection on individuality and collective identity as inseparable dualities. The rough surfaces, cracks, and unpredictable glaze reactions are deliberately embraced, highlighting the organic and random variations of the firing process and underscoring the search for beauty in imperfection and accident.
This ceramic expressionist head sculpture, part of the Testas series, embodies visual intensity and conceptual depth. Collectors may acquire single pieces or combine several heads from the series, with special pricing available for multiple acquisitions.
- Creator:Óscar Aldonza Torres (1976, Spanish)
- Creation Year:2019
- Dimensions:Height: 22.05 in (56 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)
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- Gallery Location:FISTERRA, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2626216811662
Óscar Aldonza Torres
Óscar Aldonza Torres (Santiago de Compostela) is a Spanish sculptor working in ceramic, bronze, and mixed media. He studied Volume Techniques at EASD Mestre Mateo, earned a BA in Fine Arts from the University of Seville, and completed an MA in Art Heritage Management at the University of Santiago de Compostela. His work has been exhibited in Spain, Portugal, and France, including the Salon d’Automne in Paris, O Rectángulo de Ouro in Portugal, MIHL Museum in Lugo, and Galería Sabor a Menta in Santiago.
Aldonza’s practice is rooted in expressive, process-driven sculpture, where the human figure emerges through direct modeling, material experimentation, and a strong interest in emotional tension and psychological interiority.
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