Charming Italian Antique (Late 19thc) Bronze Sculpture, Laughing Children, Vincenzo Aurisicchio

19th century

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Description

Expressive Italian antique (late 19thC/early 20thC) bronze sculpture of laughing children, (bambini che ridono) by Vincenzo Aurisicchio (1855-1926), a famous sculptor working in Naples, Italy. This is a wonderful, warm piece that beautifully captures the innocent smiles of five children. Signed ‘V. Aurisicchio’ on the back. Marble base. 40cm wide x 12cm deep x 17.5cm high, weight 6.2kg.

Excellent condition with a few age-related chips to the marble base.

Vincenzo Aurisicchio, a sculptor known for his realistic works, created several bronze sculptures depicting children, characterised by delicate details and strong emotion, created using the lost wax technique. The expression and posture evoke a strong sense of emotion, typical of Aurisicchio's works, which often focus on the representation of the human figure with profound emotional realism.

Physical Dimensions

Height

17.5cm (6.89")

Width

40cm (15.75")

Depth

12cm (4.72")

Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1189483

Dealers Internal Reference

AD732

Description

fig 1. Charming Italian Antique (late 19thC) Bronze Sculpture, Laughing Children, Vincenzo Aurisicchio — fig 1. Charming Italian Antique (Late 19thc) Bronze Sculpture, Laughing Children, Vincenzo Aurisicchio

Excellent condition with a few age-related chips to the marble base.

Vincenzo Aurisicchio, a sculptor known for his realistic works, created several bronze sculptures depicting children, characterised by delicate details and strong emotion, created using the lost wax technique.

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The expression and posture evoke a strong sense of emotion, typical of Aurisicchio's works, which often focus on the representation of the human figure with profound emotional realism.

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art