Woman with Child, 19th Century, Alabaster

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Description

We offer a magnificent and touching alabaster sculpture, the work of the celebrated Italian sculptor Guglielmo Pugi (active between the … Read more We offer a magnificent and touching alabaster sculpture, the work of the celebrated Italian sculptor Guglielmo Pugi (active between the late 19th and early 20th centuries) or his renowned workshop in Florence.

This piece of high artistic quality captures a moment of tender interaction: an elegantly dressed young woman/mother, leaning against a finely carved balustrade, supports a child wearing a hat or bonnet. The expression of the younger figure, with a finger raised to his lips in a gesture of calm or concentration, adds remarkable sweetness and emotional depth to the scene.

The balustrade, richly carved with an openwork floral rosette motif, contrasts beautifully with the fluidity and realism of the draping of the robes, typical of Pugi's style.

Main Features

Material: High-quality alabaster with natural grain that enhances its luminosity.

Signature: The "Pugi" signature is clearly engraved on the base.

Period: Late 19th - Early 20th century (Belle Époque/Art Nouveau style).

Condition: Excellent, consistent with its age and historical use, with the authentic patina of the ancient alabaster.

Added Value

Pugi's works are internationally recognized and sought after for their technical mastery, expressive pathos, and skill in rendering fabric textures and human anatomy.

Dimensions

Height: 49 cm

Base Width: 20 cm

Base Depth: 16 cm See less