AFTER A MODEL BY ANTONIO CANOVA (1757-1822), ITALIAN, 19TH CENTURY BUST OF THE AMORINO |

marble ; on a marble socle

In overall very good condition with surface dirt, notably in the crevices, and minor chips to the high points in some places and along the edges of the bust. There are are a few natural veins and inclusions consistent with the material.
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