Neapolitan Burnished Antimony Scugnizzo Sculpture Bust with Wooden Base, 20th Century

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A stunning, large vintage sculpture depicting the bust of a Neapolitan street urchin, attributed to refined Italian craftsmanship from the … Read more A stunning, large vintage sculpture depicting the bust of a Neapolitan street urchin, attributed to refined Italian craftsmanship from the mid-20th century.
Subject and Style: Portrait of a young man with a distinct Neapolitan figurative style, characterized by intense facial expressiveness and a strong visual impact.
Material and Finish: Crafted from antimony with a burnished finish and gilded details, mounted on a solid wooden base.
Ideal for: Collectors of Italian figurative sculpture, admirers of Neapolitan folkloric themes, or as a striking furnishing element for studies and living rooms.
Technical Details and Condition:

Type: Sculpture / Standing Bust

Attribution: Attributable to Italian manufacture (Neapolitan School)

Materials: Antimony (burnished and gold finish), wooden base

Period: Vintage (Mid-20th Century)

Dimensions: 30 x 23 x 33 cm (11.8 x 9.0 x 13.0 in)

Condition: Good overall condition with normal signs of aging on the patina.

Please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

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