1930s Neo Classical Hand-Crafted Terracotta Sicilian Bust of Apollo

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This 1930s Neo-Classical Hand-Crafted Terracotta Sicilian Bust of Apollo is a captivating piece that embodies artistic skill, cultural significance, and … Read more This 1930s Neo-Classical Hand-Crafted Terracotta Sicilian Bust of Apollo is a captivating piece that embodies artistic skill, cultural significance, and historical charm. Its life-size presence, classic subject matter, and Sicilian origin make it a unique and compelling work of art. The bust portrays Apollo, the Greek god of music, poetry, light, and healing, among other things. He is often depicted as a youthful, idealized figure, radiating beauty and intelligence, it the Neo-Classical style. This movement, which began in the mid-18th century, drew inspiration from the art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome. It emphasized balance, harmony, and idealized forms. The terracotta has a natural, earthy tone, with variations in color due to the firing process and age. The terracotta Head is in good condition overall. See less