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Place Fleury, Beaune - Burgundy, France
Young allegorical figure in carrare marble - Italy, 19th century
- Era: XIXth
- Provenance: Italy
- Dimension: 75cm
- Price: 1800
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This touching carrare white marble sculpture represents a childish figure draped in an ancient inspiration tunic. In her hand, she holds an openwork garland whose complex forms evoke floral, coral, or symbolic patterns. Perhaps a discreet echo with romantic meditations on the passage of time, without going as far as the explicit representation of a vanity.
The child could be Saint John's Baptist Child, he wears a cross around his neck.
Probably carried out in Tuscany around 1870-1890, this work combined sensitivity, technical mastery and classic inspiration. The leaning face and the gentle attitude reinforce the meditative charm of this scene.
A sculpture full of grace and mystery, ideal for a refined interior.
Dimensions: height 75 cm
Material: Carrare marble
Period: 19th century
CONDITION: Beautiful patina, small natural wear
