Ep 5. Lucy Becomes a Sculptress

Lucy Becomes a Sculptress is the fifth episode of the second season of the classic television show The Best Of I Love Lucy. The episode originally aired on CBS on November 5, 1951 and was directed by William Asher.

In this episode, Lucy Ricardo (Lucille Ball) decides to pursue her dream of becoming a sculptress after reading a book about famous artists. She convinces her husband Ricky (Desi Arnaz) to let her use their living room as a studio and purchase the necessary materials.

Lucy's first attempt at sculpting is a disastrous failure, as she accidentally creates a replica of Ricky's nose instead of a vase. Undeterred, Lucy enrolls in a local art class to improve her skills and impress her husband.

During the art class, Lucy meets a handsome sculptor named Jacques (played by real-life French sculptor Philippe Halsman). Jacques takes an interest in Lucy's work and offers to help her with her sculpture.

After spending a day with Jacques, Lucy becomes convinced that he is in love with her and starts to act flirtatious around him. However, Jacques is only interested in her sculpture and not her, leading to a hilarious misunderstanding when Ricky catches Lucy and Jacques in a compromising position.

Undeterred, Lucy continues to work on her sculpture and is eventually given the opportunity to display it at an art show. However, her sculpture is accidentally destroyed right before the show and Lucy is forced to improvise on stage, leading to a hilarious and unforgettable conclusion.

Overall, Lucy Becomes a Sculptress is a classic episode of I Love Lucy that showcases Lucy's comedic ability and her determination to pursue her dreams. The episode is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone looking for a good laugh.