Description

Height: 32.5cm

Width: 7cm

An antique wooden artist’s lay figure, designed as a jointed mannequin for drawing and study.

The figure is constructed from turned wood sections, with articulated limbs allowing for a range of poses, traditionally used by artists to study human form and proportion.

The surface displays a rich, aged patina with traces of historic use, enhancing its character and authenticity.

The figure is mounted on a circular base, providing stability for display while retaining its functional form.

Lay figures have long been used in artistic practice, particularly before widespread access to live models, and examples such as this are now valued as both tools and decorative objects.

A characterful and collectible piece, suitable for artists, collectors, or decorative display.