Small ancient snail statue

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Small snail – Italy – Early 1900s – Carved alabaster.

Small carved alabaster figurine depicting a curious little snail.

Early 1900s, Italy, excellent general conditions, small hit on the tail.

Note the anatomical details of the snail: although sculpted in fragile and hard material such as alabaster, this small statue demonstrates a rare and almost touching artistic sensitivity in its naivety.

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