Antique Sculpture/Unusual Statue
Original Model by the American Sculptor from 1969.
*** WILLIAM T. MAROTTA ***
(1917 - 2017) Born in Texas and lived in Chicago
Best known for his cowboy sculptures.
Double signature on the side of the base and on the top: Marotta Original & 1969
Here is an antique representation of a gladiator from the Roman arena.
Perhaps a Thracian or Samnite caught in a retiarius' net.
Solid model in hard plaster?
Appears to be mixed with marble or granite powder.
Height - 32 cm
Length - 39 cm
Depth - 16 cm
Net Weight - Approximately 7 kg
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBrownMaterialStoneNumber of items1OrientationLandscapeArt sizeSmallHeight32 cmWidth39 cm