Agostino Dessi: Large Mask Depicting Michelangelo’s David

This impressive mask by Agostino Dessi depicts Michelangelo’s David. Crafted from papier-mâché and signed to the reverse, the mask measures 42cm wide x 47cm high. Agostino Dessi, born in 1952 in Serdiana, Sardinia, is a renowned Italian mask maker. He studied at the Artistic Lyceum in Cagliari and later at the Academy of Art in Turin. Dessi is known for his innovative use of materials and his contributions to the Venetian Carnival and Commedia dell’Arte. His works are celebrated for their intricate craftsmanship and artistic excellence.

47cm by 47cm by 26cm