ITALIAN retailer MALE BUST by B. Merli

This interesting, small male bust was made in Italy by noted sculptor B. Merli, who is a very collected artist. My friend purchased it while traveling abroad in the 70's and brought it back home to Chicago. He measures 7+3/4 high x retailer 3+1/4 across x 3+1/4 deep. Perhaps he reminds you of your Nonno or someone else you once knew. I call him Luigi, but you can call him whatever you like once he arrives to your palazzo!