MARBLE BUST OF VITTORIO EMANUELE II, Italian School, 19th century

h cm 96 x l cm 75 x w cm 43

Depicting King Vittorio Emanuele II in military attire, the bust is distinguished by his full moustache and long pointed beard. The sovereign wears a military uniform adorned with medals and badges of the dynastic orders, in particular the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus and the Supreme Order of the Most Holy Annunciation. The work demonstrates a highly accurate physiognomic rendering and a meticulous attention to detail in the uniform. Particularly refined is the modelling of the drapery, the ornaments, and the features of the sovereign’s face.