Antique Bronze Bust titled FLOR AGRESTE signed A. Soares Dos Reis (1847 1889)

Antique Bronze Bust of a Girl titled/known as FLOR AGRESTE by the prominent Portuguese Sculptor Antonio Soares Dos Reis (1847 - 1889). He studied and worked on sculptures in Portugal, France and Italy.

He is considered, by far, the leading name in Portuguese realist and illustrious sculpture in the 19th century. This well-known bust by Soares Dos Reis depicts a portrait of a girl with short hair, head slightly tilted, face with delicate features looking towards her right, thin nose, and small mouth. Bodice and blouse in disarray, open at the chest.

Weight: 5.6 lb (2.6 kg). It is in excellent antique condition commensurate with its age with no discolouration, oxidization, cracks, bents. Has excellent gorgeous, for its age, dark brownish patina. Please take a close look at the photos as they form an integral part of the item's Condition and Description. Will be glad to provide any required further information or photos.