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Lot 70:
Umberto Bruni (Italian, 1914-2006) Bronze Bust of Dr. Di Marco, Psychiatrist, Dated 1970
Description
Bronze portrait bust depicting Dr. Di Marco, identified as a psychiatrist, rendered with striking realism and psychological intensity. The sitter is shown in formal attire with bow tie, his elongated features and deeply modelled facial planes conveying a strong sense of character and introspection. The sculptural surface is animated by expressive toolwork, particularly across the face and jacket, characteristic of mid-20th-century Italian figurative sculpture.
The reverse is signed and dated “Umberto Bruni 11/3/70”, confirming authorship and execution date. The bust is mounted on its original stepped black base.
Details
Artist: Umberto Bruni
Subject: Dr. Di Marco (psychiatrist)
Date: 1970 (dated on reverse)
Medium: Bronze
Signature: Signed and dated on reverse
Height: approx. 22 in (56 cm)
Width: approx. 11 in (28 cm)
Base: Original stepped base
Condition: Very good overall condition with consistent patina and minor surface wear commensurate with age
Catalogue Note
Umberto Bruni was an Italian sculptor active in the mid-20th century, recognized for his accomplished portraiture and expressive realist style. His works frequently focus on the inner life of the sitter, using textured modelling and subtle distortion to heighten psychological presence.
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