São Pedro I Statuette by Jùlia Côta - 33 cm

1.51500 zł
SKU: JUCA-009
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This statuette depicts São Pedro, the Catholic saint with the keys to heaven. In its touching simplicity, it embodies the most sincere expression of Júlia Côta's universe.

The artist, true to her naive and luminous vision, molds the clay as if telling a story, shaping what she observes, what she feels, what surrounds her. Every line, every curve, bears the imprint of a popular faith, humble and deeply rooted.

What I love

  • A unclassifiable statuette, halfway between craftsmanship and naive art.
  • A burlesque and naive evocation of São Pedro, yet always imbued with sensibility and respect.
  • An ultimately very modern work once removed from its environment.

Characteristics

  • Height: approximately 33cm
  • Weight: approximately 900g
  • Delivered with its certificate of authenticity

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Learn more?

Júlia Côta is today one of the greatest living ambassadors of the "Figurado de Barcelos", an emblematic artistic movement of Portuguese popular art.

Granddaughter of João Domingos Côta da Rocha – considered the father of the famous "Galo de Barcelos" – she was introduced to the art of clay modeling at the age of 9, a skill she has never ceased to deepen.

At almost 90 years old, Júlia has become a true legend. Honored during her appearances, she is regularly visited in her small house in Barcelos, now located on a street proudly bearing her name, by artists from all over the world who come to meet her as one visits an icon.

Her works, at once naive, expressive, and deeply human, are now part of private collections, are exhibited in galleries worldwide, and are featured in exhibitions and retrospectives. But despite this international recognition, Júlia has remained true to herself: simple, generous, touched by every mark of attention… and always with her hands in the clay.

With tenderness and humility, she continues to pass on her art to her daughter Prazeres, thus perpetuating a unique family tradition.

To discover all of Júlia Côta's works still available for sale, please click on the photo below.

To learn even more about Júlia Côta and her story, you can read our article "The Fantastic World of Júlia Côta"