Laruccia Windswept Sculpted Tree
I was recently contacted by a dealer in South Carolina about a sculpture the purchased from an estate sale. I purchased the piece sight unseen. Typically the Laruccia trees I have purchased have the branch work mangles from handling and the occasional broken root tip or missing glass fruit. THis piece was no exception. It will be easily repaired and restored to its original glory. The colors and somewhat faded but still show the little surprise burst of color at the right angle. THe form is different in that the trunk is stocky with a heavy gauge wire and one inch glass fruit on 18 "stems."
I am delighted to add it to my collection. I am continually delighted by the variety of forms the Dominick Laruccia created in the style of sculpture he invented. Please get in touch if you know of a Laruccia work, even if it is to share a photo. Laruccia created many other sculptures and typically signed his work.
Michael Hutchings
Coppersmith
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