Neoclassical Wax Bas-Relief Depicting Venus Italy Late 18th Century

Features

Style:  Neo-Classical (1765-1790)

Age:  18th Century / 1701 - 1800

Origin:  Italy

Main essence:  Swiss Pine

Material:  Slate , Wax

Description

The wax bas-relief depicts Venus sitting on a group of rocks teaching to Cupid in front of her. The wax is worked on a slate support and inserted in a carved and gilded coeval frame; the frame has been slightly adapted in size. On the back of the slate is visible a signature partially unreadable (Mai ... G ... N ...).

Product Condition:
Object in fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 25
Width: 21
Depth: 3

Maximum size (cm):
Height: 34
Width: 28
Depth: 4