Italy, 19th/20th century

Overall the condition is good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The satyr mask is intentionally distressed to make it look ancient. There are some chips and losses to the mask, in particular to the bottom edges of the mouth, and there are small abrasions and pitting throughout. There are dirt residues and encrusted areas to the surface of the mask. There is lime scale to the metal spout. There is veining to both the mask and to the marble back plate, consistent with the material. There are three mount holes in the back plate, each with oxidation residues. There are residues of sealant of the back plate from when it was mounted. There are scratches to the surface of the back plate.
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