Michele Sansebastiano (Italian, 1852-1908), Life-Sized Carved Marble Bust of a Young Woman

Genoa, Italy, late 19th century, carved white marble, incised signature Genova. / Michele Sansebastiano to verso, the sitter depicted wearing tiara and shawl with lacework fringe.

Approximately 21 x 18 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.

From the Collection of Professor Roberto Severino, Washington, D.C.

Overall good estate condition; some chipping along tiara, socle edges, and shoulder edges; some scattered light surface staining.