Plaster Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

View Similar Items

Plaster Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

Face Plaster Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

Bronzed Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

Plaster Life Face Cast of Norman Large Ex. Tucker Collection

Plaster Life Face Cast of Keith Buterbaugh Ex. Tucker Collection

Plaster Life Face Cast of Sam Heller Ex. Tucker Collection

Plaster Life Face Cast of Peter Egan Ex. Tucker Collection

Plaster Cast Male Bust Ex. Tucker Collection

Plaster Cast Bust of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

About the Item

A fascinating 20th century painted plaster life face cast of an unidentified male actor from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Marked 'MC' to the reverse, this face cast is presented on one of our exclusive painted plaster display plinths. This is just one of many face casts and plaster busts we are selling from Tucker’s outstanding collection, capturing the facial features and minute details of iconic British actors from theatre and film. Life Casting While an unusual practice to most, plaster casts like these are commonplace in the world of acting. Also known as life casting, the process involves creating a three-dimensional mould of a head, limb or body part, capturing every detail in precise and intricate definition – from the single wrinkle of an eyelid to the individual pores of a nose. Once set and removed, the cast can be filled with plaster and used to create a highly detailed replica of the person’s body part, which can later be used to craft creative prosthetics for film and theatre. This plaster bust of a male actor is one such example of a life cast, created by the highly celebrated Christopher Tucker. To the modern collector, it will make an eye-catching and unusual piece for sculptural interior display. Christopher Tucker Christopher Tucker (1941-2022) was an award-winning British make-up artist, specialising in prosthetics for theatre and film. Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolves, as well as the spectacular transformation of John Hurt into The Elephant Man. Following Tucker’s death in 2022, his expansive collection of film memorabilia was sold, including a vast collection of plaster busts and face casts of English actors he’d worked with over the years. Additional Dimensions Face only: H27 x W21 x D14 cm Includes large plinth: ø25.5 x H9.5 cm

Dimensions:
Height: 14.38 in (36.5 cm)Width: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Depth: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Plaster
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
N/A
Condition:
Missing part of right ear. Scuffs, scratches and marks. This is just one of various plaster cast heads we are selling: some have losses to the extremities and others have ears reattached with historic restorations at the time of manufacture.
Seller Location:
Wormelow, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 9340741stDibs: LU2096341264702

More From This Seller

View All

Plaster Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A fascinating 20th century painted plaster life face cast of an unidentified male actor from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. This is just one of many fa...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Plaster Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

$1,323

Plaster Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A fascinating 20th century painted plaster life face cast of an unidentified male actor from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. This is just one of many fa...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Plaster Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

$1,323

Face Plaster Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A fascinating 20th century painted plaster life face cast of an unidentified male actor from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Signed 'Bradeep' to the rev...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Face Plaster Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

$916

Bronzed Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A fascinating 20th century bronzed plaster life face cast of an unidentified male actor from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. This is just one of many fa...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Bronzed Life Face Cast of a Male Ex. Tucker Collection

$916

Plaster Life Face Cast of Norman Large Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A fascinating 20th century painted plaster bust of Norman Large from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. American actor Norman Large (born 1952) has appear...

Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Plaster Life Face Cast of Norman Large Ex. Tucker Collection

$1,867

Plaster Life Face Cast of Keith Buterbaugh Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A fascinating 20th century painted plaster bust of Keith Buterbaugh from the collection of British make-up artist, Christopher Tucker. Born in Alaska, Keith Buterbaugh is an America...

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Plaster

Plaster Life Face Cast of Keith Buterbaugh Ex. Tucker Collection

$1,867

Early 20th Century Central American Mounted Objects

Materials

Clay

1920s Cast Mayan Male Face Figure

$960

A sculpture of a male figure, cast

By RinDesign

Located in London, GB

Standing 80cm tall a striking sculpture of a male figure meticulously sculpted, molded and cast. Inspired by the organic form and texture of tree bark, the middle and lower sections...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

A sculpture of a male figure, cast

$3,802

Male Nude Plaster Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Male nude plaster sculpture on painted base. Nice detail work on figure and original painted finish. Chip on back shoulder, but adds to the char...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Male Nude Plaster Sculpture

$800

French Plaster Bust of a Classical Roman Male

Located in Houston, TX

French plaster bust of a classical roman male. Handsome Italian stone bust of a Classical Roman, circa 1920. This beautiful classical male bust sculpture i...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Plaster

French Plaster Bust of a Classical Roman Male

$2,450

Italian Cast Bronze of a Male Lion

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1176 Cast bronze of a male lion

Category

Vintage 1970s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Italian Cast Bronze of a Male Lion

$375 Sale Price

44% Off

Vintage Boho Monumental Plaster Relief of Face

Located in west palm beach, FL

This striking vintage plaster relief features an intricately sculpted face with dramatic and detailed features. Its monumental size makes it an impressive statement piece, perfect for adding depth and an artistic touch to any space. The craftsmanship reflects a bold and timeless aesthetic that complements a variety of decor styles, from boho to modern. Dimensions: 14.25" wide x 6" deep x 16.25" tall. Ideal for hanging on walls or as a standalone decorative accent, this plaster relief infuses character and visual interest wherever it's displayed. A must-have for art lovers and those seeking unique vintage home accessories.

Category