Code: 10845
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This brilliantly hand carved serpentine marble sculpture dates to the mid 19th century and depicts the classical nude figure of Venus lying on a soft bed with flowers by her side. This is an unusual composition and one that I have not seen before and I would feel it is quite rare. It is very finely carved showing fabulous detail throughout. The marble is a deep green and black with a mottled grain and the carving has a smooth and lustrous finish.
In very good condition, Italian circa 1860