Rodolfo Castellana Sold at Auction Prices

Attrib. Rudolfo Castellana, Untitled Female Nude, 20th C.

Auction announcements 25th May 2016 Lot 10: This lots are hand signed by the artist. Bronze with patina on wooden base Italy, 20th century Attributed to Rudolfo Castellana Dimensions: 18 x 12 in. (45.7 x 30.5 cm) Dimensions with base: 20 x 13 ¾ in. (50.8 x 34.9 cm) Very good condition Estimate: $2,000-$3,000 Rudolfo Castellana (Italian, 1896-1962) Primarily a sculptor, Rudolfo (or Rodolfo) Castellana was born in in Palermo, Italy whose first notable artistic presence manifested with solo and group exhibitions in northern Italy during the 1920s. Notably, Castellana showed with Postwar Abstract Italian artist, Luigi Spazzapan, known for a synthesis of Art Nouveau, Futurist, and Expressionist influences. Many of Castellana's work were destroyed when his studio fell victim to bombings during World War II. He taught at the Art School of the Accademia Albertina in Turin before passing away in Parma, Italy in 1962. Condition In overall very good condition with patina. Some scuffs and wear to the attached wooden base. Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.