Small antique skull (memento mori), entirely cast in bronze with a brown and gold patina. Its simplified, almost caricatured features evoke a curiosity inspired by memento mori or folk anatomical art. Its surface wear and burnished hue accentuate its primitive charm. It is particularly expressive, and its fixed smile lends it a mysterious presence. Perfect for enriching a cabinet of curiosities or a collection of symbolic objects.
✦ Origin: Europe ✦ Estimated period: 20th century ✦ Dimensions: Approx. 5.5×3×3cm ✦ Material: Patinated solid bronze ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, traces of oxidation and wear consistent with age
Perfect for lovers of anatomy, symbolism or antique miniatures with a strong personality.
