Emilio Greco ( 1913 - 1995 ) was an Italian sculptor, known for his powerful portrait busts and sensual nudes. Emilio Greco s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices greatly surpassing estimated prices, varying from 18000 USD for Christo in 2003 to a remarkable record 260500 USD for Grande Bagnante II in 2008 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.