The sculpture “Prophet” reads as a silent guardian—a tall, slender figure with a powerful face and deep modelling. Its chamotte body has an earthy, almost stone‑like texture that underlines the archetypal character of the work. Metal and lead elements are set into the mass, creating a raw contrast and a strong relief accent. The prophet holds a blacksmith‑forged staff, reinforcing the sense of a wanderer and teller of ancient stories. Up close, the expressive layers of the beard and hair reveal the artist’s hand and energy. From a distance, the piece is legible as a clean vertical—ideal for a wall, corner or pedestal. It carries both humour and seriousness, typical of Šedivý’s mythology of everyday life. The meeting of chamotte and metal suggests an alchemy of craft where earth and fire collide with iron. A spotlight will enhance its shadows and relief, bringing the surface to life. Dimensions: height 75 cm, diameter approx. 20 cm, weight approx. 13 kg.This artwork comes from the private St. Martin Collection, established at the end of the 20th century and gradually expanded over the decades into a remarkable collection of approximately 800 artworks and collectible objects. The collection was built with a focus on authorial originality and distinctive artistic expression. Objects originating from this collection appear on the market only rarely, which significantly enhances their collector’s value. The inclusion of this piece in the auction therefore represents an attractive opportunity to acquire an artwork with clear provenance from a long-established private collection.