The artwork titled “Baby Girl,” created by Marisol Escobar in 1963, is a significant piece within the Neo-Dada art movement, classified under the genre of sculpture.
The sculpture features a large, wooden representation of a baby girl, characterized by its block-like construction and stylized proportions. The head is prominently large and rounded with carved facial features, wearing a white bow that adds an element of innocence and playfulness. The body consists of rectangular blocks adorned with a painted white garment, further decorated with a three-dimensional bow, enhancing the sculptural form. Notably, a small doll, dressed in pink, is placed in front of the sculpture, adding a contrasting element of scale and evoking a sense of childhood and nostalgia. The overall design merges raw, tactile craftsmanship with a whimsical depiction of childhood, embodying the ethos of the Neo-Dada movement through its unconventional materials and forms.
