the original painted surface showing a richly layered craquelure

Seat Hight 44 CM

signs of use in all the right way

5 W:127 D:5 CM

Allegory of Winter by Giovanni Maria Benzoni Textiles the original painted surface showingGiovani Maria Benzoni (1808 1873). Allergory of Winter in statuary marble. Signed and dated verso. G M Berzoni F Roma AD 1864. Height 28in (71cm). Width 20in (51cm). Depth 13in (33cm). Ironically "Winter" is weathered with a verdigi covered surface and some losses, but he still demands attention as an exeptional piece of work. This imposing bust of 'Winter' is similar to another from the workshop of the artist sold as part of a group of "Quattro