Bidspirit auction | Birth of Venus Composite Figure

Birth of Venus Composite Figure - Origin: Probably Italy Date: Late 20th to early 21st century Period/Style: Neoclassical Revival Maker: Attributed to the Santini Workshop Materials: Reconstituted marble and resin composite on a black base Form: Figure Description: A marble-resin composite figure of Venus after the central figure in Sandro Botticelli's The Birth of Venus . The nude goddess stands in a modest pose upon a stylized scallop shell, with long flowing hair cascading behind her. Mounted on a contrasting black circular base. Marks: No legible maker's mark observed. Attribution is based on close correspondence with a documented Santini Workshop model. Dimensions: 24.5 in. H, 8 in. D. Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: Surface soiling, scattered discoloration, stains, scratches, and abrasions. The black base has pitting, edge wear, scratches, and losses to the finish. No obvious major break or loss observed.