Eugene-Antoine Aizelin, Antique Bust of a Grecian Lady, 19th Century, Carrara Marble

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A beautifully sculpted Italian solid white Carrara marble bust sculpture of a Grecian Lady wearing a floral garland, signed by … Read more A beautifully sculpted Italian solid white Carrara marble bust sculpture of a Grecian Lady wearing a floral garland, signed by Eugene Antoine Aizelin, and dating from circa 1850. This neoclassical-style bust is of a young woman with a downcast gaze, her head slightly inclined with soft wavy hair wearing a floral wreath. She has bare shoulders and neck and is raised on a pedestal. Eugene Antoine Aizelin was a French sculptor born in 1821 who participated in the French Salons from 1852 to 1897 and the World's Fairs of 1878, 1889 and 1900. At the World’s Fair of 1889, he was awarded the gold medal. He was regularly commissioned for important sculpted decors of Parisian monuments such as the Louvre Palace, the Opera Garnier & the City Hall of Paris. The attention to detail throughout the piece is second to none, and the figure is extremely lifelike. Condition: In really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 53 cm x Width 21 cm x Depth 27 cm This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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