Alceo Dossena (1878-1937) Italian, Rome, early 20th century

entitled: SANCTVS FRANCISCVS

National Art Galleries Inc. New York, Sculptures by Alceo Dossena, 9 March 1933, lot 11

The condition is broadly good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The proper right thumb and both little fingers are lost, as is a section of the proper left middle finger. The bird and one of the branches on the proper right side of the halo are reattached. There are a few small chips and losses to the foliage, including the head of the bird on the proper left side of the halo. There may be some lost leaves and branches to the top of the foliage on either side of the halo. There is wear to the base, and there may be a few small losses to the proper left side of the base. There are some dirt residues to the surface of the marble, including to around the chest stigma, the arms and sleeves, and in the crevices of the foliage. There is veining to the marble consistent with the material. There are two iron pins in the back of the marble.
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