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19th Century Italian Polychromed Terracotta Bust of a Saint

Offered by: SILLA

Description
ITALIAN POLYCHROMED TERRACOTTA BUST OF A SAINT

Circa mid-to-late 19th century

Terracotta, walnut, glass eyes

Bust: 8 3/8" H x 3 1/2" D x 4 3/4" W
Overall: 11" H x 4 1/2" D x 5 1/4" W

A dramatic modeling of a saint with a lovely original polychromed surface raised on a later walnut base, the top of his head is drilled where a halo would likely have projected. The cast terracotta is beautifully worked and retains fingerprints and the tactile working of the sculptor captured in the material. The figure retains the original inset glass eyes.

Condition: Loss to polychroming throughout. Chip to proper right shoulder with other lesser points of abrading and minor chipping. Old label on side of base with a scratched out $ 750 price.

ref. 608AZR10P

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Terracotta
Styles / Movements:	Classical, Other, Religious
Dealer Reference #:	608AZR10P
Incollect Reference #:	884026

Dimensions

W.	5.25 in;	H.	11 in;	D.	4.5 in;
W.	13.34 cm;	H.	27.94 cm;	D.	11.43 cm;

Message from Seller:

Silla, Ltd. is a family-owned antique gallery located at 117 W Burd St., Shippensburg, PA 17257, specializing in 19th and early 20th century bronze sculptures and unique period furniture. For more information or to schedule a visit, contact us at sales@sillafineantiques.com or call 717.708.9017.

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