#281

Neapolitan Handsome Young Man in Silk Costume
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$1,500
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Description
13" (33 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta shoulderhead turned to the side, ruddy complexion, short brown sculpted curly hair, enamel eyes, angled brows, upturned nose, closed lips, tow-wrapped posable armature body, carved wooden lower arms and legs, painted blue stockings, black shoes with red bows, wearing green silk jacket and pants, buttoned silk vest. Excellent condition. Neapolitan, mid-1700s, especially handsome visage and detail of hair.