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Italian Terra Cotta Bust of Dante Alighieri on Wooden Stand, Early 20th Century

About the Item

Made for the export market, likely late Grand Tour, of painted terra cotta, depicting Dante Alighieri, raised on a fitted exotic wood plinth, retaining its leaded export tag from the Venetian Republic
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1st Quarter 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. The base polished.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: R94121stDibs: LU827033809952
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