This monumental carrara marble sculpture is a powerful example of the work of italian artist mario orsogna, active in the 1960-80s. Orsogna is best known for his expressive sculptures in wood and marble and marked by a bold formal language with spiritual or symbolic undertones. this piece — an abstract figurative form — is entirely hand-carved from a solid block of marble. The rhythmic stacking of rounded forms, the rough texture lend it a raw, physical presenceorsonga, born in rome, trained in classical sculpture before evolving a modernist language that bridges italian post-war abstraction and mediterranean humanism. His work often centers on universal themes—love, connection, memory—translated into simplified forms that retain a strong emotional pull. "embrace" is a prime example of orsonga’s mature style: lyrical, balanced, and deeply humane. Carved from a single block of fine white marble, it stands as both a sculptural object and a symbol of unity and tenderness. The piece is signed at the base. dimensions: h 44 x w 20 x d 20 cm material: hand-carved white marble condition: good, with age-related marks that enhance its expression a rare and characterful work from the early 1980s — visceral, rhythmic, and unmistakably handmade. This piece has an attribution mark, i am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution