Italian Mid-20th Century Garden Turtle Fountain Sculpture lighting and draped garland motifs

and draped garland motifs

The surface bears a richly textured patina

A luminous and sculptural entertaining essential—refined

complements the painting beautifully and reinforces its period authenticity

This tactile quality gives the bust a sense of immediacy and intimacy

Italian Mid-20th Century Garden Turtle Fountain Sculpture lighting and draped garland motifsA wonderfully timeworn mid 20th century turtle fountain sculpture with an exceptional naturally aged surface and charming folk art presence. Originally designed as a decorative water fountain, this piece transcends its functional roots and reads beautifully as a sculptural object equally compelling styled indoors on a pedestal or console, or outdoors within a garden, terrace, or conservatory setting. Executed in cast stone with a heavily weathered