Italian Artist, Neoclassical Flora Bust, 19th Century, Bronze

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Exceptional bust of a woman probably made in 19th century Italy, in patinated bronze, and following a neoclassical style. The … Read more Exceptional bust of a woman probably made in 19th century Italy, in patinated bronze, and following a neoclassical style. The head of "Flora" is supported on a quadrangular base made of white marble that highlights the dark color of the main piece. As for aesthetic and iconographic issues, the woman's features respond to the canons of beauty of antiquity and, through completely idealized features, we see the mannered gesture and restrained expressiveness adopted by the face of the female. In addition, the meticulousness and elegance with which each of the hair of the bust is treated stands out. These hairs are accompanied by precious floral and fruit details. In short, it is a magnificent work comparable, for its clear academic and neoclassical inspiration, to the great sculptures and most outstanding masterpieces of the classical world.

Dimensions: 32 x 25 x 25 cm
Head dimensions: 25 x 25 x 25 x 25 cm
Base dimensions: 18 x 8 x 18 cm

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