A Composite Marble Bust Of David

A reclaimed 20th century Neoclassical style bust of a female figure, the head in Statuario marble with hair back and up, the tunic in a variegated coloured marble, supported on an Em...

A pair of stylised tessellated marble and brass perched birds by Maitland Smith USA circa 1980.

After the Antique Vintage Marble Bust by Anthony Redmile This exquisite After the Antique Vintage Marble Bust by Anthony Redmile depicts a regal Roman empress draped in a traditional toga, reflecting both imperial grandeur and timeless elegance. Known for his masterful blend of classical themes and contemporary craftsmanship, Anthony Redmile’s work stands as a pinnacle of decorative arts, making this bust a highly sought-after piece for collectors and interior designers alike. Crafted from a high-quality marble composite, this bust embodies the beauty and durability of authentic stonework. The material’s polished finish enhances the lifelike detail of the sculpture, capturing the serene expression and commanding presence characteristic of ancient Roman portraiture. The empress's finely sculpted facial features, from her calm gaze to the delicate contours of her lips, exude nobility and poise. The draped toga, symbolizing Roman dignity and imperial authority, is meticulously detailed with flowing folds that create a dynamic sense of movement and texture. Each fold showcases Redmile’s keen eye for detail, elevating this piece from mere decoration to a true work of art. The bust rests on a stately socle base, completing the elegant design with a classical foundation that enhances its majestic appeal. The Significance of an Anthony Redmile Bust...

An extremely well carved pair of Statuary Carrara marble busts on marble pedestals, by important sculptor Odoardo Fantacchiotti.  Odoardo Fantacchiotti (11 May 1811–4 June 1877) was an Italian sculptor of the late-Neoclassic period. He was born in Rome, but his family moved to Florence. In 1820, he enrolled in the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze. At the Academy, he studied under S. Ricci, and first started exhibiting in 1828. Gaining the patronage of the Grand Duke, he continued his studies, following the ideas of Aristodemo Costoli of depicting the "bello naturale". In 1839 at the Academy, he exhibited the work of the Massacre of the Innocents. In 1840 he was named professor at the Academy. Among his public works are the statue of Boccaacio and dell'Accorso for the ground floor niches of the courtyard of the Uffizi, medallions commemorating Francesco Redi and the bust of Ferdinando II de Medici for the Museo della Specola, a statue of Sallustio Bandini (now at the Accademia dei Georgeofili, but initially planned for the loggia of the Uffizi. A marble Virgin...