Bertel Thorvaldsen (Italy/Denmark, 1770-1844) ink and watercolor on paper drawing depicting a cherub or putto in a contraposto pose and with outstretched wings, holding a wreath of laurel leaves. Signed "Thorvaldsen" lower right. Double matted and float mounted under glass in a carved wooden frame. Drawing – 7 3/8" H x 5 5/8" W. Sight – 7 1/2" H x 5 7/8" W. Framed – 13" H x 11" W. Early 19th century. Provenance: the estate of Luke Eldridge Wright, Memphis, Tennessee. CONDITION: Overall good condition with foxing spots, areas of dampstaining, largest 2" x 1", surface of drawing. Not examined outside of frame.