Mid-Century Cast Bronze Bust, Signed E. Gallay with Pastori Foundry Mark
A cast bronze bust of a woman, signed by the artist and bearing the foundry mark Cire M. Pastori Perdue. Dating to the mid-20th century, the sculpture rises 19 inches high, its head modeled in profile with stylized hair and quietly expressive features.
The surface carries a deep, mottled patina, enhancing the depth of the contours. Mounted on a solid stone plinth, the form reads as both portrait and study in abstraction.
The cire perdue (lost-wax) process employed at the Pastori foundry highlights the work’s artisanal tradition—each cast unique in its detail and finish.
The Pastori Foundry
The Pastori foundry specialized in cire perdue casting, a centuries-old method prized for its ability to capture fine detail and sculptural nuance. Active in Italy during the mid-20th century, Pastori collaborated with artists to produce limited bronze editions that bridged traditional craft and modernist expression.
Their mark is a testament to the precision and authenticity of the lost-wax process, adding provenance and value to each piece.
DIMENSIONS: 9.5"W x 11"D x 19"H
ORIGIN: Switzerland
PERIOD: 20th Century
MATERIALS: Bronze,Stone
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