Vintage European Hand Carved Sculpture

Carved from a single block of hardwood, this head has that mid-century Central European feel — simple planes, heavy tool marks, and a directness that comes from carving straight into the grain.
 
The features are stylised but human: closed eyes, a calm expression, and no attempt to hide the process. The carved initials on the back suggest a single maker rather than a workshop.
 
A straightforward, expressive piece of hand-carved sculpture with clear roots in folk traditions that edged toward modernism in the mid-20th century.
 
Condition: Excellent - normal wear for age
Size: W 10cm x H 23cm