Carved Busts

George Henry Paulin was a distinguished artist and sculptor who produced fine and important bronzes and wood carvings, many of them portraits of the rich and famous. After the first...

1950s Indian hand carved white marble bust of a nobleman with hat. It comes from the collection of a Spanish aristocratic family in Madrid.

Beautiful Italian Terracotta Sculpture 19th Century " The Girl with the Vase " Terracotta 165cm x 65cm with base: 185cm good original condition

Beautiful Italian Terracotta Sculpture 19th Century " The Girl with the Flowers " Terracotta 175cm x 65cm with base: 200cm good original condition

Classical hand carved white marble female bust with black marble base.

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...

Classical hand carved Portuguese Rosa marble two faced winged bust on a white marble base.

A fine quality classical 19th Century French marble sculpture of Madame Récamier. Jeanne Françoise Julie Adélaïde Récamier, known ...

1990s Spanish hand carved aged Macael white marble bust of a Roman woman wearing a stola tunic.

Presenting a captivating Mother and Child Carved Alabaster Bust, skillfully crafted to capture the tender moment between a young mother and her child. This exquisite piece showcases ...

A pair of hand carved and parcel painted carved busts.

A Pretty Early 20th Century White Carrara Marble Bust of a Woman by Morin Entitled “Parisien”, the bust depicting a young French girl with curly hair and glancing afar, sitting on a...

A pair of hand carved and parcel painted carved busts.

A Set of Four 19th Century French Patinated Bronze Marble Mounted Busts of Philosophers. The stunning patina adorning each bust accentuates the intricate facial expressions, breath...

Cupid Holding a Bow by French Sculptor Joseph-Charles Marin (1759-1834) White Marble, signed and dated 1784 Provenance: Carl Singer, from the Estate of Charles Hitchcock Tyler, Beverly MA...

In the realm of artistic prowess, Doris Gerrard R.B.A stands as a figure of profound talent and unfulfilled promise, as articulated by the esteemed English writer, playwright, and pu...

Wonderful early 20th century Italian Carrara marble figure of an exotic dancer by Ferdinando Vichi The young girl wearing a jeweled bikini, her hair flowing around her shoulders i...

Behold an extraordinary pair of 17th Century Spanish ebonized wood sculptures that stand as a mesmerizing fusion of cultures and artistic mastery. These striking sculptures depict Eu...

Woman head in white marble Carrara statuary, on marble base green sea, good condition, circa 1930.

A pair of Italian alabaster busts of Amorini By Galleria Lapini, Florence, Late 19th Century One inscribed to the reverse C. Lapini, Firenze...

A beautiful stylized antelope head used as headdress on ceremonial dances. Retains the old painting and patina over the carved wood. Traded by a professor working in Africa in the 19...

Late 17th century wooden bust of the Greek poet Homerus. Damage on the right side of the bust, see picture.

La Chasseresse Indienne, The Indian Huntress by Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia (Italian, 1856-1936) , after Charles Cumberworth white marble, signed Paolo Triscornia / F H 34 in. (8...

An imposing late 19th century life size bronze busts of a middle eastern couple embracing by Charles Cordier Charles Henri Joseph Cordier The wom...

Signed. Very fine details.