Neapolitan Crche Figure

Description:

Neapolitan Crche Figure, Italy, early 19th century, polychromed terra-cotta head of a serene woman, brown inset eyes, long light wavy brown hair pulled to back of head, (some darker varnishing, small paint chip to tip of nose and eyebrow),hemp or tow body over wire armature, carved wooden feet and hands (paint loss),simple brown silk dress, ht. 19 in.
Estimate $700-900

Keywords