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1920s Italian Signed Bronze Sculpture
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Bronze on a marble base It bears Mayo's signature.
Trademark Fondart - Lagana Napoli.
“Of the first sculpture, a group of highly vigorous original artistry, all that remains is Adam's Mask “
This phrase is from a very rare 1929 pamphlet L'Abruzzo nel mio cuore ["Abruzzo in my hear"], an invaluable account of the history of this partially lost masterpiece.
Our beautiful head is the only surviving piece of thewonderful sculpture group Adam's Sleep by Elisabetta Mayo.
Let's again hear the words of author Beatrice Testa for the description: “A strange, terrifying mask, where the facial features of the first man have been brutalized by rebellion and sin, borders on the horror of the basest beastliness. Between his forehead bumps, protruding cheekbones, bags under his eyes swollen with distrubed sleep, and his flabby and ignoble mouth, we can glimpse the flicker of a sly, mocking wickedness”.
This unsparing yet realistic description does not prevent us from appreciating the undeniable sculptural power of the work and its inimitable fascination.
This sculpture, never before on the market, comes from an important Italian private collection
Every item of our Gallery, upon request, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Sabrina Egidi official Expert in Italian furniture for the Chamber of Commerce of Rome and for the Rome Civil Courts.
This artwork is shipped from Rome. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago by an artist who has died can requires a license for export regardless of the work’s market price. The shipping may require additional handling days to require the license according to the destination of the artwork.
- Creator:Elisabetta Mayo D’Aloisio (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 29 in (73.66 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1925
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Roma, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4827239624142
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