A fine depiction of a youthful figure, an allegorical personification of a faun-putto or satyr-putt, holding a solid crystal sphere engraved with gilded marine motifs, reminiscent of Atlas. It is a type of decorative object intended for salons or studies, rather than a mere utilitarian piece. It may represent a composition inspired by 19th-century academic engravings. - a putto-faun figure in gilded bronze (or high-quality gilded metal); - a solid crystal sphere hand-engraved with a continuous allegorical scene; It is an unusual piece, particularly due to the combination of the mythological figure with the engraved sphere. The base features a glass plaque with alphanumeric inscriptions, the meaning of which I do not know (it is unlikely to be the artist’s signature). Please see the photos. This lot will be carefully packed and sent by registered post with a tracking number. All buyers who are required to pay customs duties will be responsible for these costs. I do not ship to the USA or Canada.