A late 19th century Grand Tour serpentine figure of ''Venus Italica'' after Antonio Canova (1757-1822) in verde Prato stone.This figure is Neoclassical in design with Venus depicted holding draped fabric to conceal her nudity and stands on a circular base.The original work was by the workshop of Antonio Canova and was Canova''s first marble Venus. It was ordered in 1804 by the King of Etruria, Ludovico I, as a replacement for the ancient Medici Venus that has been seized by Napoleon in 1802 for the Louvre.The verde Prato serpentine stone has been quarried for centuries near to Prato, northwest of Florence in Italy, the stone was so named due to the resemblance to the skin of a serpent.This figure is a decorative piece, it is in good condition for age (the head has had some previous damage but has been well repaired - it is not uncommon for serpentine items to have some damage or losses due to the fragility of the stone), it is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or collection.Size:Height: 15'''' / 38cmWidth: 5'''' / 12.5cmDepth: 5'''' / 12.5cm******************************************LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.******************************************LAPADA & CINOA member******************************************All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods,�we�feel�that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.******************************************INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK ******************************************Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services******************************************PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only -...