Archimedes Giacomantonio (American, 1905-1988), Bust of Vincenzo Gemito

Archimedes Aristedes Michael Giacomantonio
(American, 1905-1988)
Bust of Vincenzo Gemito

patinated bronze sculpture
signed "M. Giacomantonio"
16 3/4 x 14 1/4 x 11 inches

Archimedes Giacomantonio was a pupil of Onorio Ruotolo for two years. Ruotolo was the creator of the Leonardo Da Vinci School. Giacomantonio then studied at the Royal Academy in Rome and 6 months later met Gemito, who invited him to be his pupil. Included in the photos is a personal letter to the present owner from Giacomantonio.

Provenance:
Personal collection of Archimedes Aristedes Michael Giacomantonio
Acquired from the above by the present owner (1986), (Private Collection, New Jersey)
Condition Report: Very good overall condition with no damage or repair. The base with spots of wear to the patina.