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Two sculptures depicting the head of Medusa and the head of a man, Italy 1900.

$4,029.50
£3,008.73
€3,400
CA$5,526.71
A$6,211.66
CHF 3,234.87
MX$75,549.16
NOK 41,394.11
SEK 39,253.82
DKK 25,882.87
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Two wooden sculptures depicting the head of Medusa and the head of a man who is petrified by her gaze. Above a rectangular base in ebonized pine wood. The two faces, finely carved, show the Medusa with wings and two twisted snakes. The other, the man's head with a terrified and suffering look, with his mouth open in the act of screaming. Pine wood. Italy late 19th century early 20th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917139655832

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