POLYCHROME ALABASTER SCULPTURE OF A WOMAN'S BUST BY A. GORY, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Polychrome alabaster bust of a young woman, signed "Gory". The young woman wears a flower-braided hairstyle and looks down with an expression similar to that of antique busts. Her bust is carved in a slightly darker alabaster, creating a lovely contrast between the skin and the draped bustier. The garment is adorned with chased plant and flower motifs in the Art Nouveau style. À the back, a bun divides the hair into two braids. The alabaster's visible veining lends a unique character to this charming sculpture of a woman. The whole rests on a pedestal with cut sides, itself carved on the front with flowers, leaves and branches. This sculpture is signed by Italian sculptor Affortunato Gory, active between 1895 and 1925.

Circa: 1900

Dim: W: 36cm, D: 15cm, H: 63cm.
Dim: W: 14,2in, D: 5,9in, H: 24,8in.

Condition report: Good condition. A few light chips, natural veins visible under the eyes.

Affortunato Gory (active between 1895 and 1925)

Originally from Florence, he settled in Paris until the end of his life in 1925. He is known for his sculptures combining several materials, such as marble and alabaster, or ivory and bronze.