"Bust In Alabaster And Patinated Bronze, Signed Suteur, Late 19th Century"
This late 19th-century bust depicts a young woman with a serene gaze, sculpted in alabaster with great finesse. The delicate features, smooth surface, and natural luminosity of the alabaster attest to particularly meticulous workshop craftsmanship. The richly modeled, patinated bronze drapery, adorned with a decorative motif, creates a harmonious contrast with the purity of the stone. The bronze portion bears the signature "Suteur," while the alabaster is incised "WG," indicating the involvement of several skilled hands, a common practice in mixed-media sculpture of the period. Presented on a Verde Antico marble base, this piece combines elegance, balance, and technical refinement. Dimensions: 30 H × 37 W × 20 D cm