(Beethoven Kneeling), (sculpture).

(Beethoven Kneeling), (sculpture).

Salamunich, Yucca, 1901-1961, sculptor.

(Beethoven Kneeling), (sculpture).

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Sculpture: plaster, coated with bronze; Base: plywood, painted black.

Sculpture: 7 x 6 x 5 3/4 in.; Base: 3/4 x 6 3/4 x 6 3/4 in.

(On lower right:) Original By Yucca / Salamunich (Around lower left and back:) To my wonderful friends . 1959 . / PEGI and Boby my Sincere Devotion / Yucca Salamunich signed

Portrait of Beethoven seated on the ground with his legs folded under him, leaning on his straightened right arm, his left hand holding his left ankle. He has a downward gaze, somber or depressed facial features, eyes may be closed, and fingers of both hands are accentuated. Head and face resemble other sculptures of Beethoven done by the same artist. The sculpture rests on a black plywood base with two tiers on the front and right sides.

Portrait male -- Beethoven, Ludwig van -- Full length

Performing Arts -- Music -- Composer

Restricted Owner, Santa Barbara, California

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