Bossons Sikh 1966 Wall Sculpture Chalkware England - Vintage Collectible Congleton Figurine - Fred Wright Art

Original wall sculpture from the Bossons manufactory, representing the figure of a 'Sikh'. Produced in Congleton, England, this piece is an authentic example of the character head series launched in the mid-1960s.

History of the object: W.H. Bossons Ltd, active between 1946 and 1996, specialized in the art of 'chalkware' (painted plaster). The 'Sikh' model was designed by head sculptor Fred Wright and is recognized for its high level of anatomical detail and realistic expressiveness, characteristics that defined the brand's international success during the Mid-Century era.

Details and characteristics:
- Period: 1960s (Model launched in 1966)
- Technique: Molded plaster with hand-applied polychromy
- Size: 14 cm height (5.5 inches), 9.5 cm width (3.7 inches), 6.5 cm depth (2.5 inches)
- Weight: 340 g (12 oz)
- Material: Chalkware (Plaster)
- Condition: Excellent vintage preservation. The original paint maintains its integrity and saturation, especially in the blue turban and skin tones. Marked on the base of the neck with the inscription: BOSSONS ENGLAND WORLD COPYRIGHT RESERVED.

Application and value: A piece of interest for collectors of mid-century British art and specialists in the work of Fred Wright. It represents a superior technical example of Bossons production, ideal for interior decoration with historical rigor.