110 - Paul Nag – Polychrome terracotta tobacco jar depicting a figure wearing a hat – 20th century

Paul Nag – Polychrome terracotta tobacco jar depicting a figure wearing a hat – 20th century A unique polychrome terracotta tobacco jar depicting a male figure with an expressive face, wearing a wide black hat that serves as a removable lid. The face, with deeply chiseled features, has an intense gaze and a melancholic expression. The long hair, finely modeled and accented with blonde highlights, contrasts with the orange-brown tones of the face and the black of the hat. This decorative and functional piece stands out for the quality of its modeling, the richness of its polychromy, and its picturesque character. The removable hat provides access to the compartment designed to hold tobacco. The underside bears a painted signature that reads “Paul Nag .” The underside also bears an incised mark and inscriptions. Condition: Appears to be in good overall condition Dimensions and weight: H. 15 × W. 12 × D. 17 cm – 0.870 kg.