A. SANTINI "THE BATHER" ALABASTER SCULPTURE Era: Mid-20th Century Origin: Italy Material: Alabaster Composite on Marble Base
OVERVIEW: A graceful alabaster composite sculpture by noted Italian artist A. Santini depicting "The Bather," a classical female nude in the neoclassical tradition. This elegant piece exemplifies the mid-century Italian reproduction art that made classical themes accessible to a wider audience, rendered with impressive attention to form and proportion.
• Technical Features: - Finely detailed modeling - Well-executed drapery folds - Carefully rendered facial features - Smooth transitions between elements - Substantial black marble base
CONDITION: Excellent Vintage Condition • Clean, unmarked surfaces • No visible chips or repairs • Smooth, intact finish • Secure attachment to base • Preserved sculptural details
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: A. Santini was renowned for creating high-quality reproductions of classical sculptures during the mid-20th century when Italian tourism was booming. These works made classical art accessible to middle-class collectors and tourists seeking mementos of Italy's rich artistic heritage. "The Bather" represents a popular theme in classical art, drawing inspiration from ancient Venus sculptures and Renaissance interpretations of the bathing goddess. Santini's work continues the tradition of celebrating classical beauty while adapting it for contemporary home decoration.
DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS: • Classical or Mediterranean-inspired interior • Art collection display • Bathroom or dressing area accent • Library or study setting • Paired with antique books or decorative columns
COLLECTING NOTE: A. Santini sculptures represent a significant period in Italian decorative arts when classical reproductions became widely collected. Though not antique, these mid-century pieces have developed their own collector following for their quality craftsmanship and accessibility to classical themes. "The Bather" exemplifies Santini's skillful interpretation of classical motifs, offering both decorative appeal and a connection to the grand tradition of European figurative sculpture.
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A. Santini "The Bather" Alabaster Sculpture
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A. Santini "The Bather" Alabaster Sculpture
A. SANTINI "THE BATHER" ALABASTER SCULPTURE Era: Mid-20th Century Origin: Italy Material: Alabaster Composite on Marble Base
OVERVIEW: A graceful alabaster composite sculpture by noted Italian artist A. Santini depicting "The Bather," a classical female nude in the neoclassical tradition. This elegant piece exemplifies the mid-century Italian reproduction art that made classical themes accessible to a wider audience, rendered with impressive attention to form and proportion.
• Technical Features: - Finely detailed modeling - Well-executed drapery folds - Carefully rendered facial features - Smooth transitions between elements - Substantial black marble base
CONDITION: Excellent Vintage Condition • Clean, unmarked surfaces • No visible chips or repairs • Smooth, intact finish • Secure attachment to base • Preserved sculptural details
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: A. Santini was renowned for creating high-quality reproductions of classical sculptures during the mid-20th century when Italian tourism was booming. These works made classical art accessible to middle-class collectors and tourists seeking mementos of Italy's rich artistic heritage. "The Bather" represents a popular theme in classical art, drawing inspiration from ancient Venus sculptures and Renaissance interpretations of the bathing goddess. Santini's work continues the tradition of celebrating classical beauty while adapting it for contemporary home decoration.
DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS: • Classical or Mediterranean-inspired interior • Art collection display • Bathroom or dressing area accent • Library or study setting • Paired with antique books or decorative columns
COLLECTING NOTE: A. Santini sculptures represent a significant period in Italian decorative arts when classical reproductions became widely collected. Though not antique, these mid-century pieces have developed their own collector following for their quality craftsmanship and accessibility to classical themes. "The Bather" exemplifies Santini's skillful interpretation of classical motifs, offering both decorative appeal and a connection to the grand tradition of European figurative sculpture.
