Archille Simonetti 1838 - 1900
Thomas Hussey Kelly, Sydney - 1884
Signed, inscribed and dated 1884
White marble bust standing on original plinth
Bust height: 80 cm, plinth: 110 cm
Archille Simonetti was one of Australia's leading sculptors and his works are now very rare. This portrait bust is of Thomas Hussey Kelly, one of Sydney's most prominent business men. His business interests included wool and mining. He was very active in all branches of the arts, and Tom Roberts painted his portrait. Kelly was Commodore of the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron.
Price: $25,000