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Antique Bust of Cape Verde Island Native Woman, Colonial Portugal, ca. 1875

About the Item

This exquisite and very unusual sculptural bust of a woman in a folklore Cape Verde Island costume, wearing a coral necklace and a bright headscarf was made in the last quarter of XIX Century; probably, on the Portuguese colonial island of Cape Verde. Due to the peculiarities of the material and realistically rendered image, the skillfully selected colors under the well-preserved glaze are still pleasing to the eye with their brightness and freshness, creating an amazing life-like effect. Dimensions: Height: 12.13 in. (30.82 cm) Width: 7 in. (17.78 cm) Depth: 4.5 in. (11.43 cm) Although clearly marked on the bottom with a circular crest and a bee (fly?) on top, we could not establish the exact name of an artist/maker.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.13 in (30.82 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1875
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Please examine the photos attentively, as they are an integral part of the item description...
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU281939377603

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