bust of a woman in solid wood carved with a gouge, 19th century

Very imposing and superb bust of a woman in solid dark wood, carved in the mass with a gouge, old 19th century circa 1860-1920, european folk art, unique piece. Face not very smiling but pretty. Back of the skull cut at an angle, probably because it was placed in a niche, or writing desk, piece of furniture 44-45cm max height, 23-24cm width and depth. Very well preserved for its age, some cracks in the wood and old losses, some scars on the face, especially on the nose, some small insect holes, harmonious whole testifying to its history and beautiful patina of time. Approximately 9, 200kg.