"Woman in Chains" Hand-carved pine wood torso sculpture, attributed to J. Limperg, Netherlands, 1970s

A striking and expressive figurative sculpture titled “Woman in Chains,” attributed to Dutch artist J. Limperg and dating from the 1970s. Hand-carved from solid pine wood, this beautifully sculpted female torso combines sensual organic forms with a powerful sense of restraint and emotional expression. The elongated silhouette captures the natural curves of the female body through a subtle interplay of rounded volumes, narrow contours and expressive carved surfaces. The absence of the head and arms emphasizes the sculptural purity of the torso, while the textured surface and rhythmic carving marks create a fascinating contrast between softness and structure. The warm reddish-brown tones of the pine wood, pronounced grain and beautiful natural aged patina give the sculpture remarkable depth and character. Its restrained yet expressive composition reflects the influence of modernist figurative sculpture, making it a highly decorative and timeless work of art. Condition Excellent condition, with a beautiful natural aged patina. Details Artist: Attributed to J. Limperg Title: Woman in Chains Origin: Netherlands Period: 1970s Material: Solid pine wood Technique: Hand-carved Style: Figurative / Modernist / Organic Sculpture Dimensions H 50 x W 14 x D 12 cm