Augustus Caesar Prof. G. Bessi Stonelite Replica 20" Statue Bust w/ Marble Base - $500 - (Graham, NC)
Offering a Stonelite, Italy, replica bust of Augustus Caesar by Guiseppe “Professor” Bessie (19th c., Italian) on a marble plinth. Bessi was one of the most prominent figures of Salon sculpting, pioneering a stylized mixture of Art Nouveau and Neo-Classicism. He was a professor at the Art Academy of Volterra and was a prominent sculptor in alabaster, onyx, marble, and bronze. His works are today featured internationally in museum exhibits. This bust features the young Caesar clad in an ornate breastplate depicting a chariot race. Inscribed “Prof G. Bessi” on the lower back of the bust. The base has the original Stonelite label and the gallery label. Measures approximately 19 5/8" tall and 12 1/4" wide. Very heavy, it weighs almost 23 lbs. Excellent condition, no damage noted. Please see photographs as they are part of the description. Take a moment to review our other wonderful estate finds as we do combine shipping on multiple purchases when feasible to combine for safe shipping. If you wish to combine the shipping for multiple purchases from our store, please send a message requesting combined shipping and wait for an updated invoice prior to paying. The shipping calculator is often incorrect, if you feel the shipping charge is excessive, please send us a message and we will give you an accurate shipping quote.Visit Our eBay Store: Andrews Vintage
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