Cod: 441631
Antique Neapolitan polychrome wood sculpture depicting a blessing child. 18th century period.
Period: 18th century
Description: Antique Neapolitan polychrome wood sculpture depicting a blessing child. The child has naturalistic infantile proportions with a tilted head, large eyes and a frontal gaze, and rests on a gilded and carved wooden base. The arms are raised and open with hands posed in a blessing and welcoming gesture, so that the anatomical rendering is simplified but attentive to the main volumes. The complexion is treated with pinkish chromatic modulations concentrated on the face, chest and knees. The long and wavy hair is original to the period. Conditions: Excellent condition. Provenance: Naples 18th century. Measures: 30x20 H65cm. Document: Certificate of Authenticity. Assistance: We are at your disposal for further clarifications or photographic details. Shipping: Throughout Italy, Europe and the Rest of the World at very low prices in maximum safety and traceable. Shipping will be agreed privately and will not be expensive. We wish you a good day. Borrelli Antiques.