antique-carved-full-bodied-gilded-putto
Lot 1438
Antique Carved Full-Bodied Gilded Putto
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Probably Italian, designed to be displayed in a hanging position.

10 1/2 x 19 1/2 x 12 in.

From the Estate of the late Joseph D. Rowand, Chapel Hill, North Carolina Joe Rowand was instrumental in developing a contemporary art scene in North Carolina. After studying in New York City at Parsons, he brought the big city art feel to Chapel Hill, North Carolina when he opened Somerhill Gallery in 1972. His gallery served as an epicenter for collectors and artists to gather and grow for over thirty years.

right arm broken and glued; replaced finger on rt. hand; small wood split to original apertures; craquelure and rubbing to the gilt.