Italian Marble Bust Of A Young Lady

An exquisitely carved 19th Century Italian marble bust of a young lady by Antonio Argenti.

This piece reflects the intricate artistic design and the attention to detail is incredible, from the stitching & buttons to the absolutely wonderfully sculptured pleated darts in the dress and also the delicate lacework.

This piece is signed Argenti Antonio, Milano & dates to around 1878-1880, he was supremely skilled & one of the leading Italian marble sculptors of the period.

This marble portrait sculpture is in excellent, original untouched condition for age. 

Antonio Argenti ( 1845 - 1916 ) was born in Varese, Italy and studied at the Milan Academy, before exhibiting his marbles at the Expositions in Naples, Rome, Venice and Milan. 

Size:

Height:  26.5  inches

Width:  16  inches

Depth:  9.75  inches