Description & Technical information
Bronze, very nice original patina, excellent original condition.
The sculpture is an early masterpiece by Ambrosi.
No other casting of it is known to me so far.
Date: 1911
Period: Early 20th century
Origin: Austrian
Medium: Bronze, original patina
Signature: Signed and dated: Δmbrosi 1911
Dimensions: 20 cm (7⁷/₈ inches)
Provenance: Private collection, Austria
Literature: Karpfen F., Gustinus Ambrosi, Vienna, 1923, p. 92, cf. clay model "Prodigal Son"/A 10 in Österreichische Galerie Belvedere/Ambrosi Museum, inv. no. A 158

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