Collinge Antiques

Description

Impressive carved alabaster bust of Joan of Arc in medieval dress by the Italian sculptor Guglielmo Pugi (1850-1915) c.1910. Beautifully sculpted head an shoulders length bust of Joan in medieval cap with long side pieces and a high lace gorget or throat cloth, with her head turned to one side an eyes raised to the horizon. Grey veined alabaster or marble tunic with gilded buttons. Note the unusual carved bird's wings at the front of the plinth. Signed Pugi on the rear. Excellent condition.
Width: 16" (40.5 cm)
Height: 20" (51 cm)
Depth: 8" (20.5 cm)
Please contact us for more images, delivery and shipping quotes. Alternatively you are welcome to view and collect at our large warehouse showroom in Llandudno Junction, North Wales (approximately 45mins from Chester). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture of all types and have twice been shortlisted for the Home and Antiques Magazine Antique Shop of the Year Award. 01492 580022.