Joe O’Connell Collection – Wood

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A carved wooden relief depicts a stern, hooded figure sitting, gripping a staff entwined with a snake, with stylized leaves bordering the left side. The figure’s expression is intense and commanding.
1952, “Aesculpius”
A wooden sculpture of a stylized, elongated female figure with a serene expression, arms folded, and a rounded belly, standing on a rough, uncarved base against a plain background.
1952, “Mary and Child”
A tall, smooth wooden sculpture with carved human figures stands on a small pedestal against a brick wall backdrop in a black-and-white photograph.
1952, “Pieta”
A smooth, elongated sculpture depicting a stylized figure cradling a smaller figure in its arms, both with gentle facial features, mounted on a round, light-colored base.
1952, “Pieta”
A wooden sculpture depicting a bearded figure with elongated features, holding a smaller figure close to its chest, displayed on a cylindrical pedestal against a plain background.
1952, “Saint Joseph”
A wooden crucifix featuring a carved figure of Jesus with arms outstretched, wearing a cloth around the waist, mounted on a plain wall.
1953, “Crucifix”
A black-and-white photo of a wooden crucifix featuring a stylized, elongated figure of Jesus Christ with arms outstretched, wearing a cloth around the waist. The background is plain and light-colored.
1953, “Crucifix”
A wooden crucifix featuring a stylized, rounded figure with outstretched arms, a calm facial expression, carved garment details, and highlighted hands and feet, casting a shadow on a plain background.
1953, “Processional Cross”
A modern abstract sculpture of a seated, cloaked figure with angular, stylized features. The figure’s head rests on its hand, partially covering its face, and its knees are drawn close to its body.
1953, “Agony in the Garden”
A dark, abstract sculpture of a crouching, headless human figure with one arm bent and hand raised to where the head would be, set against a plain background.
1953, “Agony in the Garden”
A smooth, carved wooden sculpture depicts a stylized figure of a woman in a hooded cloak cradling a baby in her arms. The figures have simple, abstract facial features. The background is plain and softly lit.
1953, “Mother and Child”
Wooden sculpture of a woman with closed eyes, holding an infant in her arms, carved in smooth, flowing lines. The scene suggests tenderness and maternal care. The background is plain and softly lit.
1954, “Mother and Child”
A wooden sculpture depicting three abstract human figures, with two larger figures embracing a smaller figure, set outdoors with trees in the background.
1954, “Family”
Wooden statue of a robed figure holding a child is mounted on a brick wall. The statue casts a shadow, and sunlight highlights the texture of the wall and the carved details of the figure.
1955, “Saint Joseph”
A smooth, stylized sculpture of a nude, kneeling human figure with minimal facial features and arms crossed, set against a plain background. The lower part of the figure blends into a textured base.
1955, “Kneeling Nude”
A smooth, abstract statue of a standing human figure is displayed on a pedestal outdoors in a snowy landscape, surrounded by leafless trees and scattered rocks.
1957, “Bride”
A smooth, abstract statue of a standing human figure on a pedestal is set outdoors in a snowy field, with leafless trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
1957, “Bride”
Black and white photo of a crucifix with a figure of Jesus in the center, flanked by two tall unlit candles on either side, against a dark background.
1957, “Processional Cross”
A wooden crucifix with a stylized figure of Jesus Christ is displayed against a white brick wall, with light casting soft shadows on the background.
1960, “Crucifix”
A statue of the Virgin Mary with baby Jesus stands on a tree stump in a grassy field, captured in black and white with an open landscape in the background.
1960, “Mary and Child”
A statue of a woman holding a child stands on a tree stump in a grassy field, with trees and open land visible in the background.
1960, “Mary and Child”
Black and white photo of a stylized, elongated statue of a person standing on a tree stump in a grassy field with leafless trees in the background. The statue has an abstract, geometric design.
1960, “Saint Joseph”
Black and white photo of a tall, slender sculpture of a person in a robe, standing on a pedestal outdoors in a grassy field, with blurred trees and sky in the background.
1960, “Saint Joseph”
A carved wooden panel shows a large robed figure holding a staff, with a kneeling person in the foreground. To the left, smaller sculpted faces are arranged vertically in separate sections. The scene has a medieval style.
1963, “Saint John Fisher”
Wooden carving of a solemn-faced person with a flat hat and stylized features, set against a textured rectangular background.
1963, “Saint John Fisher”
A carved wooden relief of a person with a somber expression, wearing a flat, wide cap and robe, depicted within a rectangular framed border.
1963, “Saint John Fisher”
A wooden door intricately carved with ornate patterns, figures, and symbols, featuring decorative metal accents and a circular detail at the center. The door has a rustic and artistic appearance.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
A large, ornate wooden door with intricate carvings of patterns, faces, and symbols, featuring a heavy metal handle and decorative panels, set in a dark wood frame.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
Wooden door with intricate carvings, including faces, an owl, leaves, swirling patterns, and a central circular sun-like face with radiating lines and small faces around it.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
Detailed wood carving featuring a seated figure in the center, surrounded by floral patterns, a bird on the left, and an animal resembling a lion or dog on the right. Patterns and textures fill the background.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
Intricate wooden carving depicting a central figure sitting cross-legged, surrounded by geometric patterns, floral motifs, a horse, a sun, and abstract designs.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
A wooden carving featuring a row of abstract human faces above a row with various shapes, including a hand, a flower, and other geometric forms. The carving displays intricate details and textured surfaces.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
Close-up of a wooden carving featuring a person with long hair, smiling and holding a hand over their mouth, next to a carved flower with eight petals.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
A wooden carving depicts a face with closed eyes and long hair, holding several fingers to its mouth in a gesture that may suggest laughter or surprise. The carving shows intricate detail and texture in the wood.
1970, “Door and Door Frame”
A hanging sign reading "Grand Mantel Saloon" in gold letters is attached to a brick building, with windows and more brickwork visible in the background.
1970, “Sign”
A hanging sign on a brick building reads “Grand Mantel Saloon” in bold, decorative letters, with a scrollwork design below the text.
1970, “Sign”
Carved wooden panel featuring portraits and scenes, including faces in medallions at the top and groups of people gathered around table-like structures with ornate swirling patterns below.
1973, “Door”
A metal door handle shaped like a face with an extended nose appears on a wooden door engraved with vertical and horizontal uppercase text.
1973, “Door”
Ornate wooden door with intricate carvings, including floral patterns, human figures, and decorative metalwork. The reliefs are arranged in panels, showcasing scenes and symbols in a detailed, artistic style.
1973, “Door”
A close-up of a wooden sign reading "SALOON" with ornate carved decorations below the letters and part of another word visible above. The lettering is painted in a light color on varnished wood.
1970, “Sign”
A wooden sculpture of a stylized woman standing with a child on her lap. Both figures have abstract, rounded features and the child is holding a rectangular block. They stand on a square base against a plain background.
1973, “Mary and Child”
A wooden sculpture shows a seated woman with stylized features, holding a child on her lap. Both figures face right, with elongated forms and smooth, rounded surfaces, set against a dark, plain background.
1973, “Mary and Child”
A wooden sculpture depicting two abstract human figures, one larger and one smaller, with simple facial features and rounded shapes, set against a plain background.
1973, “Mary and Child”
Ornate wooden door with intricate carvings, including people, animals, leaves, and the words "BRYDES WOOD" at the top, set against a brick wall. Black iron hinges and handle decorate the door.
1975, “Doors”
Black and white photo of a wooden door with ornate carvings, metal hinges, and the words "BRYDE WOOD" at the top. Decorative patterns and two faces are carved above nature-themed panels.
1975, “Doors”
A wooden panel intricately carved with the word "BRYDESWOOD," a sun with a face, a horse, a ship, a woman's portrait, and a house, divided by a horizontal metal bar.
1975, “Doors”
Carved wooden panel with the word "BRYDESWOOD" above two oval designs, one showing a lion and a castle, the other a woman's face and fish, surrounded by ornate patterns and animal faces on horizontal bars.
1975, “Doors”
A close-up of a rustic, black metal door handle shaped like a snake or serpent, attached to a wooden door with carved decorative patterns in the background.
1975, “Doors”
Black-and-white photo of a stylized wooden sculpture depicting a seated woman holding a child on her lap. The child holds a square object with circles. Both figures have simplified, rounded features.
1976, “Mary and Child”
Black-and-white photo of a wooden sculpture depicting a seated figure holding a child, both with stylized facial features. The child holds a rectangular object with circular designs. The sculpture rests on a patterned surface.
1976, “Mary and Child”
Wooden sculpture of a seated woman holding a book, with a child sitting on her lap. Both figures have stylized, simplified features. The sculpture rests on a patterned base.
1976, “Mary and Child”
A wooden sculpture of a seated figure holding a child, viewed from behind. The figures sit on a throne-like chair with decorative spheres on the armrests, and the base features a patterned design.
1976, “Mary and Child”
Wooden sculpture of two seated figures, one adult and one child, with the child holding a square object decorated with circles. Both figures have simple, stylized features and wear draped garments.
1976, “Mary and Child”
A wooden sculpture of two stylized figures, one adult and one child, both with simplified, rounded facial features and large eyes, positioned closely together with the child holding a rectangular object.
1976, “Mary and Child”
Carved wooden sculpture depicting a figure with upraised arms, holding or cradling a large, flowing organic form above their head. The figure's face is partially visible, appearing solemn or contemplative.
1978, “Panel for Wall”
A wooden relief sculpture of a nude human figure standing against a brick wall, with hands raised to the face and flowing hair above the head, conveying an emotional or dramatic pose.
1978, “Panel for Wall”
A wooden plaque with engraved text reads: "IN SPITE OF EVERYTHING, I STILL BELIEVE THAT PEOPLE ARE REALLY GOOD AT HEART." The words "GOOD AT HEART" are highlighted in red. The plaque rests against a quilted surface.
1978, “Panel for Wall”
A relief sculpture on a brick wall depicts symbolic scenes, including a tree, a radiant star, several faces, and a tall standing figure. The words "The world is charged with the grandeur of God" are inscribed.
1978, “Panel for Wall”
A wooden sculpture featuring seven dark faces set in rectangular recesses above a skeletal figure lying horizontally in a carved compartment. The background is carved wood with smooth and textured surfaces.
1978, “Panel for Wall”
A wooden relief carving depicts five abstract human faces in profile, closely aligned side by side, with smooth, stylized features and textured hair against a brick background.
1978, “Panel for Wall”
A relief sculpture shows abstract human faces, small faces in rounded frames, a thin figure lying down, and a plaque reading, "In spite of everything I still believe that people are really good at heart.
1978, “Panel for Wall”
Black and white image of intricately carved wooden doors featuring segmented panels with various detailed figures, patterns, and scenes. A human figure with a raised hand is carved at the top center above the doors.
1979, “Church Doors”
A wooden sculpture of a stylized, nude female figure with an abstract, rounded head, standing with one leg forward and hands behind her back, displayed on a patterned cloth-covered pedestal.
1980, “Eve”
A wooden sculpture of a nude, androgynous figure standing upright with hands behind the back. The figure stands on a rectangular base, with one knee slightly bent. The background is plain white.
1980, “Eve”
A wooden sculpture of a standing abstract human figure with an oversized, angled head and elongated limbs, holding an object near its waist. The statue is displayed on a colorful patterned cloth.
1980, “Eve”
A wooden sculpture of a standing nude human figure with an animal-like head, holding an object behind its back, displayed on a rectangular base against a plain background.
1980, “Eve”
A black-and-white photo of a wooden sculpture depicting a stylized, abstract female figure standing upright on a rectangular base, with arms extended behind holding an object, and an elaborate hairstyle.
1980, “Eve”
A wooden eagle sculpture with stylized features sits atop a base decorated with white stars against a dark background. The scene is outdoors with blurred trees and foliage in the background.
1980, “Emblem”
A wooden sculpture of two figures, one larger and one smaller, with the larger figure standing behind the smaller and both extending their arms outward. The craftsmanship highlights smooth, detailed features and flowing robes.
1984, “Mary and Child”
Wooden sculpture of a seated woman with a child standing between her legs, both wearing draped clothing, set against a dark background on a wooden surface.
1984, “Mary and Child”
A wooden sculpture of a human figure with bird-like features, including carved wings and webbed feet, mounted on a wall and looking upward. The figure has an abstract, flowing design.
ca. 1985, “Fallen Angel”
A wooden sculpture of a winged, human-like figure is attached to a wall, sitting with one leg extended downward and the other bent, holding an object in its right hand. The figure appears to be in motion.
ca. 1985, “Fallen Angel”
A wooden sculpture of a human figure with bird-like wings and hoofed feet is attached to the side of a rectangular block against a plain background. The figure appears to be looking upward and to the side.
ca. 1985, “Fallen Angel”
A carved relief depicts a large central figure's legs and hands, several smaller human figures to the left, and a row of animals along the bottom, all intricately detailed in a brown, textured surface.
1988, “Tree of Life”
Wall-mounted wooden relief sculptures depicting various human figures and scenes, arranged above a decorative tree-like base, with indoor plants and a chair nearby. The artwork appears to be in a public or office space.
1988, “Tree of Life”
Wooden sculpture of two figures, an adult and a child, standing closely together. The adult holds the child with one arm and drapes a robe around them; both figures have serene expressions and detailed clothing.
Undated, Madonna
A wooden relief carving depicts two robed figures, one standing behind the other, with a decorative shield adorned with red and black elements. Leaf patterns are carved above them on the wooden background.
Undated, “Madonna”
A carved wooden relief shows a woman holding a small child in her arms and resting her other hand on the shoulder of a second child standing beside her. All figures have stylized, serene expressions.
1954 “Family”