Late 18th Century Neapolitan Glass-Eyed Santon Head Greek often chosen to convey a

often chosen to convey a sense of timelessness and dignity

500 CE): Among the earliest Iron Age artworks south of the equator

highlighting the raised decorative details

Similar figures are known as Tanjobutsu in related Japanese traditions

1960s-1970s) condition with lovely patinas

Late 18th Century Neapolitan Glass-Eyed Santon Head Greek often chosen to convey aTraveling Man Treasures is selling this masterfully sculpted late 18th century terracotta Neapolitan Santon head with stunning glass eyes. The work is in good to fair condition (as shown) and attached to a large acrylic base for display. Modeled by hand from terracotta and then polychrome painted; this expressive, hand painted female bust features inset glass eyes and was most likely crafted for elaborate nativity scenes. This type of head would have