Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 21 January 2026

Catalogue

Lot 30: A Carved Dark Hardwood Folk Art Bust Signed I. Sallai

This auction ended on January 21, 2026.

Estimated price: £300 - £600

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £18

A single carved wood bust depicting a woman wearing a heavy shawl or kerchief, executed in a deeply textured, folk art or rustic style using dark hardwood. The sculpture features expressive carving marks detailing the folds of the clothing and the contours of the face, suggesting a vigorous carving technique. The bust rests on a rectangular integral base. The top edge of the base features a repetitive scalloped design carved along the perimeter. The front face of the base bears an incised signature reading “I. Sallai.”
Height: 9 3/4 inches