{"product_id":"antique-marie-antoinette-bust","title":"Antique Alabaster Marie Antoinette Bust (shipping notes included)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping to be billed separately. Available for hand delivery or direct shipping depending on buyer preferences. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA romantic, hand-carved portrait bust of Marie Antoinette, rendered in warm, cream and honey-toned alabaster with a softly translucent quality that catches the light beautifully. Standing 20 inches tall, she is depicted in classical Rococo style with an elaborately upswept coiffure gathered in soft curls and adorned with carved rosettes, and a draped, off-the-shoulder garment falling in fluid, naturalistic folds. Her serene, downward gaze and finely detailed features reflect the skilled hand-carving typical of 19th-century European sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bust is mounted on a contrasting variegated marble socle base, adding weight and richness against the pale stone above. Natural veining, subtle surface aging, and soft patina throughout speak to the piece's age and authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking statement piece for a mantel, library, or entryway, this bust brings old-world elegance and a touch of French royal history to any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is signed \"Currini\" in the drapery, attributed to Italian sculptor Alberto Currini, active in the late 19th to early 20th century and known for hand-carved alabaster figural work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping to be billed separately. Available for hand delivery or direct shipping depending on buyer preferences. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swan Hill Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49058954313947,"sku":null,"price":4250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0466\/6843\/files\/04DD3B98-4915-4B55-9E09-07F688EDBF72.jpg?v=1785758605","url":"https:\/\/swanhillhome.com\/products\/antique-marie-antoinette-bust","provider":"Swan Hill Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}