{"product_id":"gaetano-donizetti-marble-head","title":"Gaetano Donizetti, Marble Bust","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis refined \u003cstrong\u003emarble head by Gaetano Donizetti\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tribute to the illustrious Italian composer, recognized as one of the greatest masters of \u003cstrong\u003elyrical opera\u003c\/strong\u003e of the 19th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade of fine \u003cstrong\u003eCarrara marble\u003c\/strong\u003e, this sculpture captures the essence and character of Donizetti, famous for his contribution to the international operatic repertoire. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Italian composer, famous as an opera composer, wrote more than seventy operas, as well as numerous compositions of sacred and chamber music. Donizetti is particularly known for his ability to infuse his works with a perfect balance between melody and drama.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: recomposed Carrara marble\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand patinated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarble base \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Height 11 cm (4.33 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e : 0.300 kg \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in Italy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Curiosities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDonizetti was born into a modest family and began to display his musical talent from a young age. His career was marked by extraordinary productivity, but also by many personal and health difficulties. Despite his fame, in fact, he lived most of his life in poverty, it was only in the last years of his career that he achieved the recognition and success that he deserved. However, his health rapidly declined, and Donizetti died at just 50, leaving a musical legacy that continues to influence composers and performers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo keep your marble sculpture in perfect condition, it is advisable to clean it regularly with a \u003cstrong\u003esoft, dry cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid using harsh chemical cleaners that could damage the marble. For more thorough cleaning, use a solution of \u003cstrong\u003ewarm water and neutral soap\u003c\/strong\u003e, delicately drying the surface with a soft cloth to avoid the formation of stains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Museum Shop Italy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32080862249063,"sku":"017758","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/products\/Gaetano-Donizetti-Marble-Head-Museumshop-_1.jpg?v=1629929916","url":"https:\/\/www.museum-shop.it\/en-fr\/products\/gaetano-donizetti-marble-head","provider":"Museum Shop Italy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}