Sculpture, Pescatorello – Bronzo con base in marmo, recante firma G. De Martino (Napoli 1870 - 1935) - 75 cm. - 75 cm - Patinated bronze

Il Pescatorello – Bronze with marble base, bearing the signature G. De Martino

Giovanni De Martino (Naples, 1870–1935) was an Italian sculptor known for depictions of the popular world and Neapolitan childhood, in particular scugnizzi (Neapolitan street urchins) and young fishermen.

This sculpture portrays a smiling little fisherman with a hat and basket, standing on a rock enriched by the figure of a crab. The expressive face and the liveliness of the pose give the work charm and character.

Made in bronze with a light marble base, it bears the signature “G. De Martino”. Indicated dating: late 19th – early 20th century, to be confirmed. It presents an uneven patina, surface wear, and areas of exposed metal, visible in the photographs.

Dimensions: 75 × 30 × 30 cm. Weight: 16 kg.