Breccia di Skiros Skull

This fascinating carving of a human skull is formed from a specimen of Breccia di Skiros, a dynamic, multicolored marble quarried in Italy. This exceptionally detailed example of lapidary work is magnificently crafted, from the well-formed teeth to the fissures in the cranium. A true memento mori, or a reminder that death comes to all living things, this skull is a captivating objet d'art.

Circa 1880

5 1/2" wide x 8" deep x 6 1/4" high