Marble statue of a putto, Italy, c. 1600, carrara marble
Description
Marble statue of a putto, Italy, c. 1600, carrara marble. This statue of a putto is made of Carrara marble. The putto has two feathered wings extending from its shoulders, curly hair, and leans slightly forward while gazing slightly to the right.
Behind the putto is a horizontal cornice with decorative leaves on the sides. A garland hangs from it, adorned with pomegranates, flowers, and leaves, which come together in a knot under the putto’s chest. The nose has been restored.
The cornice behind the figure suggests it was part of a frieze above a door, passageway, or façade, possibly from the Perugia region in Italy.
The motif of a winged child originates in classical antiquity and regained popularity during the Renaissance. The Florentine sculptor Donatello (1386–1466) played an important role in this revival. He is often regarded as the pioneer of the renewed interest in putti. During the Baroque and Rococo periods, these figures were widely used as decorative elements in art and architecture.
This putto stands on a black steel base and comes with a tall white pedestal, giving the piece an elegant display.
Dimensions:
Width: 96 cm
Height (including steel base): 77 cm
Depth: 37 cm
Pedestal:
Height: 121.5 cm
Width: 61 cm
Depth: 36 cm
