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Carved Renaissance Style Cararra Marble Bust of a Child after Desiderio

$2,950
£2,203.51
€2,554.62
CA$4,096
A$4,591.09
CHF 2,390.45
MX$56,059.17
NOK 30,349.98
SEK 28,769.05
DKK 19,060.21
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A very fine copy of the Renaissance sculpture entitled 'A Little Boy'. After Italian Renaissance sculptor Desiderio da Settignano, or Desiderio de Bartolomeo di Francesco detto Ferro. In Carrera marble. With a soft, nearly unfinished surface that wonderfully animates this sculpture. A compelling piece! Date: 20th century Overall condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine and light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Measurements: Height ca. 12 in. Depth ca. 5 in. Width just over 6 in. 1stdibs guarantee Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Similar to:
    Desiderio da Settignano (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine and light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV1stDibs: LU1610221231882

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