A very handsome Italian 19th century white Carrara marble, giltwood and faux porphyry wall relief of a distinguished nobleman or philosopher, signed Romanelli. The impressive central relief is finely carved with wonderful details throughout. The marble is framed within a... — Read More

A very handsome Italian 19th century white Carrara marble, giltwood and faux porphyry wall relief of a distinguished nobleman or philosopher, signed Romanelli. The impressive central relief is finely carved with wonderful details throughout. The marble is framed within a faux porphyr painted border with giltwood trim.

Raffaello Romanelli (1856 - 1928) Born in Florence, Italy. Romanelli was renowned for his monuments and portrait busts of noteworthy figures. He won numerous awards and had the honor to be commissioned by Pope Augustus III for two works at the façade of the Florence Cathedral. — Read Less