Large Santon Head From Naples, Terracotta And Sulphide Eyes, 18th Century

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Object description :

"Large Santon Head From Naples, Terracotta And Sulphide Eyes, 18th Century "

Beautiful expressive polychrome terracotta head of a Naples santon dating from the 18th century.
perhaps Joseph or one of the wise men.
the face is charming and has retained its polychromy, the eyes are made of sulphide.
glued back at the neck, this part was usually dressed of course.
the face is charming with a beautiful expression.

presented on a pyramidal base in onyx and bronze.

a beautiful terracotta face with a kind expression.

dimensions:
16 cm for the head and 26 cm with the base.

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Price: 650 €

Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: En l'etat

Material: Terracotta
Height: 16 cm et 26 cm avec le socle

Reference: 1345897