About this piece
back to topA carved architectural marble fragment depicting a boars head, reclaimed from Pentney Abbey, Norfolk.
Dating to circa 1680, this freestanding animal sculpture displays a striking stylised design that has certainly stood the test of time. The detailed boar sits proudly to the centre, showcasing its snarling teeth and long snout; the beasts features are certainly eye-catching, leaving room for imagination.
Preserved through time for more than 240 years, today this decorative handcarved sculpture is a fragment of architectural Italian history ready to be take pride of place as an impressive interior piece.