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An Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Alabaster Group of a Child with a Birdcage

$6,850
£5,221.19
€6,022.10
CA$9,729.05
A$10,454.89
CHF 5,609.65
MX$123,152.16
NOK 70,535.16
SEK 64,433.42
DKK 45,006.76

About the Item

A Fine Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Alabaster Group of a Child with a Birdcage, depicting an infant boy Seated, naked, on a rocky base. After Jean-Baptiste Pigalle (1714-85) - L'enfant a la Cage. In his outstretched left hand he holds an empty bird cage with an open door. This sculpture is one of the popular motifs of the period among secondary figures in paintings was the Italian putto in the form of small child. They were everywhere, alongside heroes, in allegories, and even portraits. Putti also invaded small-scale sculpture as exemplified by Pigalle's Infant with Cage. This work is thought to be a portrait of the only son of Pâris de Montmartel (1690-1766), court banker and godfather of Madame de Pompadour. The child is portrayed at the age of one. Signed: T. Pellica. Circa: Florence, 1900. Height: 18 1/2 inches (47 cm) Width: 14 inches (35.6 cm) Depth: 13 1/2 inches (34.3 cm)
  • Similar to:
    Jean-Baptiste Pigalle (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Alabaster,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa: Florence, 190
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. A beautiful and charming sculpture. Overall condition is good with its original patina, minor nicks, scratches and age wear and discoloration. Please view all images and video for an accurate condition view.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A2821 - Lot 63201stDibs: LU1796241706322

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