Bust of Rebecca

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This is a bust titled Rebecca crafted from gleaming white marble by Italian sculptor Orazio Andreoni. Based in Rome, Andreoni shipped his masterpieces to distant destinations such as Glasgow (1888) and Berlin (1892), establishing his reputation beyond Italy's borders. His work is recorded at the Smithsonian Institution Library, indicating that he spent time in America. The exposure earned him international acclaim. Andreoni specialized in depicting historical and biblical scenes like Rebecca's bust. His exceptional skill with a chisel is evident in the meticulous treatment of clothing, hair, and jewelry, revealing a passion for intricate detail. Other notable subjects he portrayed include figures of a Pharisee (Sydney Museum), Francesco da Rimini, Messalina, the Blind Nidia, and Hamlet (Bournemouth).