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Large marble sculpture of a circus ringmistress by Antonio Natali

$ 45,000
  • Description
    Large marble sculpture of a circus ringmistress by Antonio Natali
    Italian, late 19th Century
    Figure: Height 110cm, width 46cm, depth 33cm
    Pedestal: Height 98cm, diameter 50cm
    Total: Height 208cm, diameter 50cm
     
    This superb marble sculpture is by the Italian sculptor Antonio Natali. The sculpture depicts a young woman next to a small, rearing—and roaring—dog. The woman stands in contrapposto, her right hand braced against her waist, her left holding a coiled-up whip. The woman, who’s head glances down towards the tiny dog, is a circus performer, and her job is to tame the wild, lion-like dog at her feet. The entire composition is playful and comical, a charming example of 19th century Italian sculpture.
     
    The quality of the carving is exceptional, and Natali has convincingly portrayed a variety of textures and materials, from the dotted pants of the woman, to her ruffled sleeves, to the locks of her hair.
     
    The sculpture, which is signed ‘A. Natali’ to the base, is raised on a carved black marble columnar pedestal.
     
    Artist/maker: Antonio Natali (Italian, 1850-1918)
  • More Information
    Documentation: Signed
    Origin: Italy
    Period: 19th Century
    Materials: Marble.
    Creation Date: Late 19th Century
    Styles / Movements: Victorian
    Dealer Reference #: 16718
    Incollect Reference #: 508654
  • Dimensions
    H. 81.89 in; Diam. 19.69 in;
    H. 208 cm; Diam. 50 cm;
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Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.

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