White Marble Statue by F. Vichi

A fine Carrara marble figure of Rebecca. Signed P. Romanelli/Florence. Title: Rebecca at the well Artist: Pasquale Romanelli (1812-1887) Origin...

Signed 'O. Guasti/Firenze/1893. Maker: O. Guasti Origin: Italian Date: 19th century Dimension: 29 1/4 in. x 18 in.

Finely carved Italian Carrara marble statue of a nude beauty signed Prof Petrilli/Galleria Bazzanti/Firenze. Comes in a pairing with marble pedestal in l...

Finely carved signed ‘Folchi Roma’ Italian Carrara marble. Maker: Paolo Folchi (Italian, 19th-20th century) Date: 19th century Dimension: 38 in. x 19 in.

A fine quality white marble sculpture of a young maiden entitled “Segreto al cuore”. Signed Fratelli Lapini- Firenze on base. Artist: Cesare Lapini ...

Fine quality Italian carrara marble statue of a young beauty holding a rose. Signed ‘G. GAMBOGI, FIRENZE’ Maker: Giuseppe Gambogi (Italian, 1862-19...

Magnificent white marble statue of an elegant woman pulling petals from a flower, as in the popular 19th century game, he loves me, loves me not. by the Florentine sculpture, Ferdina...

This astonishing early 20th century Orientalist sculpture is one of the finest of its kind, full of movement, sensuality and effortless charm. The work of celebrated Italian sculptor...

"Ferdinando Vichi", Florence 1875-1945. Romantic figure of sitting woman. Made in marble, sitting on a chair made of bronze, original pedestal of green, Italian marble. Sign. Vichi. Ca. in 1900. Ferdinando Vichi (1875-1945) was a central figure in the production of Florentine sculpture...

A monumental 19th C. Italian Marble Bust of The Grandparents, Titled: Rimembranze, Signed Vichi. Presenting an exquisite Italian masterpiece from the 1800s, we have a captivating white Carrara marble bust group entitled "Rimembranze" (Remembrance). This remarkable sculpture portrays an endearing elderly couple locked in a tender embrace, their love emanating through the gentle touch of the man's hand on the lady's chin and face. The profound affection and mesmerizing connection between them are beautifully captured in the expressions gracing their faces. Renowned for his exceptional talent, Ferdinando Vichi meticulously crafted this sculpture, paying meticulous attention to every detail. The couple's wrinkles, veins, and musculature, as well as the delicate rendering of their clothing and expressions, are expertly brought to life by Vichi's craftsmanship, establishing this artwork as one of his most remarkable and meticulously executed pieces. The sculpture rests on a contrasting black marble base with the title "Rimembranze" etched into the side, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Vichi's artistry is truly captivating. The old woman's knitted shawl, meticulously fashioned out of marble, appears astonishingly lifelike, while the choice of beautiful white marble exudes a refreshing allure. The old man's playful gesture of touching the lady's chin is captured with natural grace and warmth. Vichi's exceptional ability to sculpt fabric with such finesse creates an illusion of softness that defies the medium of marble itself. The remarkable attention to detail, from the intricately carved wrinkles and smile lines to the depiction of a lifetime shared in joy, evokes a profound sense of admiration. Ferdinando Vichi, a member of the esteemed Florentine School and associated with the Bazzanti Gallery in Florence, Italy, was part of a talented group of Tuscan sculptors. His body of work encompasses a wide range of subjects, including romantic busts, orientalist themes, and Renaissance-inspired models. Similar to his contemporaries from the late nineteenth century, Vichi often drew inspiration from romantic and tender subjects. This is exemplified in the beautifully detailed marble group depicting an elderly man's playful courtship and deep love for his wife. This 19th-century Italian marble group titled "Rimembranze" is signed by the esteemed artist Ferdinando Vichi, who was associated with the renowned Pietro Barzanti...

A finely detailed and very impressive Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. white Carrara marble statue of Ariadne on its original Verde Mare marble pedestal, signed signed F. Vichi...

A stunning and large scale Italian 19th century white Carrara marble statue of Rachele and Lamb on it's original Vert de Patricia marble pedestal, signed F. Vichi. Firenze. The statu...