Search 0
20,850  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 35 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
35 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1209806
FOR SALE
£795
Email Phone
Save
Large Alabaster Bust of a Woman C.1900
For sale by Collinge Antiques
for sale €930     $1,010
£795
Collinge Antiques

Collinge Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jan 2013
Browse dealers 280 items
  • About Us
    North wales' largest antique dealers.
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA1209806
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Large Alabaster Bust of a Woman C.1900

1900 - 1920
Description

Large alabaster and marble bust of a young woman by the Italian sculptor Giusto Viti c.1900. Head and shoulders length bust of a young woman in a headscarf with a lively expression and a broad smile. Head carved in white alabaster, mounted on a pale grey marble carved as clothing. Signed on the rear. Repair to the the front right hand corner of the base. Otherwise very good condition.

Width: 16" (40.5 cm)

Height: 20" (51 cm)

Depth: 10" (25.5 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Collinge Antiques has dated this Antique Alabaster Female Bust to the 1900s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09468642
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Incised signature of Giusto Viti on the shoulder: recorded sculptor active around 1900.
Art Nouveau handling of the fluid headscarf: dates the design to the period.
Rasp and toothed chisel marks across the reverse: traditional hand carving.
Gentle mellowing and surface patina in the carved recesses: many decades of exposure.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209806
Dealers Internal Reference
38386
Dealers Notes

Please contact us for more images, delivery and international shipping quotes. Alternatively you are welcome to view and collect at our large warehouse showroom in Llandudno Junction, North Wales (approximately 45mins from Chester). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture of all types and have twice been shortlisted for the Home and Antiques Magazine Antique Shop of the Year Award. Open 7 days a week. 01492 580022.

Description
Large alabaster and marble bust of a young woman by the Italian sculptor Giusto Viti c.1900.
“
Head and shoulders length bust of a young woman in a headscarf with a lively expression and a broad smile.
Collinge Antiques

Head carved in white alabaster, mounted on a pale grey marble carved as clothing. Signed on the rear. Repair to the the front right hand corner of the base. Otherwise very good condition.

Width: 16" (40.5 cm)

Height: 20" (51 cm)

Depth: 10" (25.5 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Collinge Antiques has dated this Antique Alabaster Female Bust to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09468642
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Incised signature of Giusto Viti on the shoulder: recorded sculptor active around 1900.
Art Nouveau handling of the fluid headscarf: dates the design to the period.
Rasp and toothed chisel marks across the reverse: traditional hand carving.
Gentle mellowing and surface patina in the carved recesses: many decades of exposure.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209806
Dealers Internal Ref
38386
Collinge Antiques
Collinge Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

North wales' largest antique dealers.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Collinge Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone.
1 / 10
Archive I A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone.

Large Alabaster Bust of a Woman C.1900

Archive II A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View II
Archive III A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View III
Archive IV A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View IV
Archive V A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View V
Archive VI A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View VI
Archive VII A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View VII
Archive VIII A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View VIII
Archive IX A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View IX
Archive X A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone. View X
Enlarged Archival View
Collinge Antiques

Collinge Antiques
Telephone 01492 580022
Location
Conwy Road
Llandudno Junction
North Wales
LL31 9LU
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/collinge
Verified Since Jan 2013
Items For Sale 280
Items Sold 7,383
Collinge Antiques
Collinge Antiques
Verified Since Jan 2013
View Dealer Info
Location: Conwy Road, Llandudno Junction, North Wales, LL31 9LU, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/collinge
Verified
Jan 2013
For Sale
280
Sold
7,383
A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone.
Large Alabaster Bust of a Woman c.1900
Ref: SA1209806
A carved antique alabaster bust of a woman wearing a headscarf tied with a bow, crafted from cream and veined stone.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialAlabaster, Stone
  • ColourCream, Grey
  • MotifsDraped headscarf, Veined alabaster drapery, Textured bodice, Upward gaze
  • SizeH 51 cm (20 in) x W 40.5 cm (16 in) x D 25.5 cm (10 in)

This large alabaster and marble bust dates from the Art Nouveau period around 1900, created by the Italian sculptor Giusto Viti. The head and shoulders sculpture depicts a young woman with a lively expression, a broad smile, and an upward gaze. Her head is carved from white alabaster with a draped headscarf tied with a bow on the side. The garments are formed from pale grey veined stone, incorporating a textured bodice and flowing drapery across the shoulders. A signature appears on the rear, and the front right hand corner of the base shows a repair alongside very good overall condition. Measuring 51 cm high, 40.5 cm wide and 25.5 cm deep, this French Chateau style sculpture suits placement on a mantelpiece or side table in a living room, hallway or study.

FAQs

Art Nouveau alabaster sculptures from the turn of the 20th century frequently featured idealized female figures with flowing drapery, organic forms, and expressive headwear. Sculptors utilised the natural translucency and varying tones of alabaster to create realistic skin textures contrasted with patterned garments.

Artisans hand-carved alabaster, a soft gypsum or calcite mineral, using chisels, rasps, and fine abrasives to achieve a smooth polish. Multi-coloured or veined alabaster was often selected for clothing and drapery, while purer white sections were reserved for facial features.

Authentic period pieces display hand-carving marks in concealed areas, subtle variations in surface patina, and detailed carving around hair and drapery folds. The material feels cool to the touch and exhibits natural grain or translucency under light, unlike modern resin reproductions.

A sculpted bust serves as a focal point on a fireplace mantel, side console, or open shelving system. Placing the object near natural light sources highlights the translucent properties of the carved stone while adding historical balance to contemporary decor.

Alabaster is a porous, water-soluble stone that should be cleaned exclusively with a dry, soft brush or microfiber cloth. Avoid using water, liquid cleaners, or harsh chemicals, and protect the piece from high humidity and direct, intense heat sources.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories