Italian Marble Bust of the "Capuan Venus"
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Italian Carrara Marble Bust of the "Capuan Venus", fourth quarter 19th century, variant after the antique now conserved at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale Napoli (itself after a 4th century BCE bronze), h. 25", w. 22-1/2", d. 10", presented on a green marble Solomonic column, bust, h. 40-1/2", overall, h. 65-1/2".
Condition
Condition as noted: Bust: In generally good condition with scattered nicks, abrasions and surface scratches, especially at back and shoulder truncations. Small loss at sternum. Layer of soiling/accretions in more deeply carved areas. Pedestal: Scattered chips, scratches and losses throughout and mainly to edges of top portion and more deeply carved areas of column. Old repaired crack at lower third of base with accompanying losses. Soiling/accretions at center of top. All consistent with age, material and usage.
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Italian Marble Bust of the "Capuan Venus"
Estimate $1,800 - $2,500
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