Description:

This statue was purchased in the late 70's at an antique store for quite a bit of money. It stands 20 inches tall, 11 inches wide, and 5.75 inches deep. It has no damage whatsoever. It has been taken care of very carefully. There is a number on the back of the base inscribed in the piece that says 1820. On the front of the base, it is inscribed "LES TRE GRACIAS per ANTONIO CANOVA" 2 LINES. It is very detailed and beautiful.

I read a little bit about the artist, and know it is Italian, but would like to know the value now and if there is a market for these types of statues. It weighs approximately 12 lbs., and seems to be made of porcelain, but I don't know. The inside is hollow.

This is a silver colored tray. I don’t believe it is sterling, but it may be silver plate.  The only markings I have been able to find is the flower circle on one of the legs.   The tray is in good condition with some wear.  Someone once told me that the tray was much older than the date that is engraved on the front.