19th Century Italian Marble Sculpture of a Mother & Child

Charming white marble sculpture made in Italy in the 19th Century. The central focus is a graceful mother, draped in traditional attire and a beautiful braid adorning her hair; who is gently holding her young son. The child, seated on the back of a loyal family dog, embodies innocence and joy, making this a heartwarming scene of familial unity. The sculpture is standing gracefully on a squared base with a unique relief design in each corner.  Dimensions: 40.5"H x 20"W x 17"D