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Baroque Roman sculptor - 17th century alabaster sculpture - Hercules and Cretan

c.1650

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Carved alabaster sculpture - Hercules and the Cretan Bull. Rome, 17th century. 20 x 12 x h 33 cm. Entirely in carved alabaster, small marks and defects. Separate alabaster base. - This item is sold with a certificate of authenticity with legal validity. - Further details on the condition report are available upon request. *Please keep in mind that this work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy from the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. This document certifies that the work is not part of the Italian cultural heritage. Normally the times for issuing certificates are 40 days from the date of the appointment: The new legislation in force from 2021 provides for shorter times at the discretion of the expert commission for declared amounts of less than € 13,500. All costs of this operation are included.
  • Creation Year:
    c.1650
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
    Mid-17th Century
  • Condition:
    Please note that any damage or breakage of the antiques in our collection will be restored at the time of sale upon request.
  • Gallery Location:
    Varmo, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU886315724342

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