Wooden sculpture titled 'The Thinker'

This abstract wooden sculpture appears to be a modernist interpretation of Rodin's famous 'The Thinker,' created in the 1970s during the mid-century modern design movement. The piece features simplified, organic forms with a faceless figure in a contemplative pose, characteristic of the abstract primitive style popular during this period. Such wooden sculptures became popular decorative items during the 1970s when natural materials and handcrafted objects were highly valued in home decor. Collectors of mid-century modern art and design particularly appreciate these pieces for their organic forms, warm wood tones, and the way they reflect the artistic sensibilities of their era.