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Antique Venetian Limestone Head of Scaramouch Venice Early 17th century

$1,129
£855.94
€986.67
CA$1,590.02
A$1,763.21
CHF 926.44
MX$21,543.42
NOK 11,590.98
SEK 10,880.11
DKK 7,365.68

About the Item

This incredible one of a kind hand crafted limestone Head of Commedia dell’arte character Scaramouche was found many years ago by an archeologist in Venice Plaza San Polo by Rialto Bridge. The head is masterfully and very detailed hand crafted out of limestone and placed on a pedestal with an ivory marble base. A truly unique part of Venetian History and an important figure in the world famous Italian Commedia dell’arte.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Ca 1650
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Doha, QA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7451241149662

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