{"product_id":"19th-century-italian-alabaster-putto-sculpture-with-marble-base","title":"19th Century Italian Alabaster Putto Sculpture with Marble Base","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAdditional 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSculptures 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra: Late 19th to early 20th century, circa 1880–1920\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory: N\/A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Belgium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Alabaster and Marble\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 24.5\" H × 11\" W × 10.5\" D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers: 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48299996676351,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/b74cf759-d25a-4175-bfaa-90c233c0a9dc.png?v=1773843277","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/products\/19th-century-italian-alabaster-putto-sculpture-with-marble-base","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}