French Nouveau II

A sculptural study in plaster, the French Nouveau II carries the quiet authority of a work that bridges decorative art and architectural relief. At twenty-six inches tall, its hand-painted surface rewards close attention — the kind of finish that speaks to a maker's unhurried involvement with the piece. Proportioned to command a considered wall without overwhelming it, this work from John Richard belongs to that rare category of objects that feel simultaneously collected and composed.