"Bust Of The Neapolitan Laugher By Jb Carpeaux Circa 19th Century "
In its original state, charming copy in Terracotta of the famous bust of the Laughing Neapolitan by Carpeaux. French version executed in the last part of the 19th century The surface coating is slightly chipped and contributes to the charm of the object Traces of restorations on the pedestal Created by Carpeaux in 1863, the Laughing Neapolitan is an adaptation of the young Fisherman with the shell that he made during his stay at the Villa Medici in Rome. The adaptation takes the form of a bust and is devoid of shell. Given its success, Carpeaux decided to publish it during his lifetime Measurements Height 0.54 cms Width 0.36 cms