19th Century Italian Alabaster Putto Sculpture with Marble Base
19th Century Italian Alabaster Putto Sculpture with Marble Base
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Additional Description: A charming carved alabaster sculpture depicting a seated putto engaged in play with a spinning top. The youthful figure rests upon a naturalistic draped base adorned with playful motifs, including a spinning toy and stylized leaves. The putto’s softly modeled features, curling hair, and relaxed pose convey the lighthearted spirit characteristic of late 19th-century decorative sculpture.
The figure is carved from translucent alabaster, a material prized for its soft glow and ability to capture delicate sculptural detail. It is mounted upon a separate white marble plinth, providing contrast and stability.
Sculptures of this type were frequently produced in Italy, particularly in the town of Volterra, which became a major center of alabaster carving during the 19th century. Such pieces were widely exported throughout Europe and America and were popular decorative objects in refined interiors.
Era: Late 19th to early 20th century, circa 1880–1920
History: N/A
Provenance: Belgium
Materials: Alabaster and Marble
Dimensions: 24.5" H × 11" W × 10.5" D
Disclaimers: Minor surface wear and small abrasions consistent with age. Marble base with light wear. Please review photographs closely as they form part of the description.
Additional Description: A charming carved alabaster sculpture depicting a seated putto engaged in play with a spinning top. The youthful figure rests upon a naturalistic draped base adorned with playful motifs, including a spinning toy and stylized leaves. The putto’s softly modeled features, curling hair, and relaxed pose convey the lighthearted spirit characteristic of late 19th-century decorative sculpture.
The figure is carved from translucent alabaster, a material prized for its soft glow and ability to capture delicate sculptural detail. It is mounted upon a separate white marble plinth, providing contrast and stability.
Sculptures of this type were frequently produced in Italy, particularly in the town of Volterra, which became a major center of alabaster carving during the 19th century. Such pieces were widely exported throughout Europe and America and were popular decorative objects in refined interiors.
Era: Late 19th to early 20th century, circa 1880–1920
History: N/A
Provenance: Belgium
Materials: Alabaster and Marble
Dimensions: 24.5" H × 11" W × 10.5" D
Disclaimers: Minor surface wear and small abrasions consistent with age. Marble base with light wear. Please review photographs closely as they form part of the description.