Pietro Canonica ( 1869 - 1959 ) was an Italian painter. Pietro Canonica s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 3308.27 USD for Paolo and Francesca in 2004 to 23972.43 USD for TESTA DI CRISTO (A BUST OF CHRIST) in 2007 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.