Saverio Sorbelli - Sculpture

Colombina – Multicolored decorative female bust – 20th century** Refined desktop sculpture depicting the bust of "Colombina" (mask from the Commedia dell'Arte), conceived by Florentine sculptor Saverio Sorbelli and produced by the historic Fabbrica Argenterie Etruria manufacture in Florence between the late 1970s and early 1980s. Characteristics of the work: Author: Saverio Sorbelli Manufacture: Fabbrica Argenterie Etruria S.n.c., Florence Subject: Colombina (Commedia dell'Arte) Edition: Limited edition of only 299 pieces worldwide (original metal plaque recounted. Material and Technique: Sterling silver 925 gold-plated (vermeil) with substantial thickness obtained by sculptural forming with a rigid mineral resin internal support (stamped technique with the letter R). Finish in bright and satin gold plating with chromatic details of the headdress, mask, and costume rendered in cool translucent polychrome enamels (cobalt blue, emerald green, and amethyst). Base: Original high-thickness transparent plexiglass support. Plates and Legal Markings (visible in relief and engraved): Identification mark of the silversmith: * 383 FI within a polygonal outline (assigned to Fabbrica Argenterie Etruria of Florence). Silver title mark: 925 within an oval. Technical conformity mark: [ R ] within a square frame (official metrology for filled sculptural masses). Autograph signature of the sculptor incised by burin/modeling: Sorbelli. Dimensions and Weight: Overall dimensions: 19 × 13.5 × 3 cm Net weight 925 silver Condition: Excellent. The work presents itself in pristine and well-preserved period conditions. Uniform and luminous gilding, polychrome enamels free from drips or cracks, transparent plexiglass base free from cracks or structural damage. Minimal and natural signs of aging compatible with the period. Shipping Method: Tracked and insured shipping via international express courier (BRT). The item will be packaged with careful multi-layer shockproof packaging (bubble wrap, corner protectors, and reinforced rigid box) to protect the sculpture and the plexiglass base during transport.

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