Life sized Wooden Hat & Tie carved in Venice by internationally renown artist Loris Marazzi http://www.lorismarazzi.com/ The sculptures are made from cirmolo's wood, an old Italian pine that grows on the Dolomite mountains, above 2000 metres altitude near Cortina. For centuries the Venetians have used this wood to build their wonderful houses and theatres like the "La Fenice" Theatre, because of its ability to withstand damp, insect infestation and its great resistance to cracking. These pieces were purchased in Venice directly from Mr Marazzi, but a new business venture requires capital investment and so these must be sadly sacrificed.. The pieces cost over NZ$3,500 when purchased and offered for sale for $1,500 or near offer.