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A 19th Century Grand Tour Marble Bust of Roman Emperor. Hand carved from white statutory marble, this charming grand tour relic resembles an unearthed treasure. Possibly based on Emperor Augustus, the unknown figure has distinct wavy hair. The bust is a good scale miniature, and would suit being mounted to a stand which it would…
Depth: 12cm4.72in
Width: 10cm3.94in
Height: 18cm7.09in
Weight: 2.5kg5.51lbs
No base. Hole in the bottom possibly for mounting.
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
Italy
Unknown
Handcarved, Marble, White Statuary Marble
19th Century
Grand Tour, Neoclassical
A 19th Century Grand Tour Marble Bust of Roman Emperor.
Hand carved from white statutory marble, this charming grand tour relic resembles an unearthed treasure.
Possibly based on Emperor Augustus, the unknown figure has distinct wavy hair.
The bust is a good scale miniature, and would suit being mounted to a stand which it would have been at some point in its history.
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
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| Dimensions | 12 × 10 × 18 cm |
| Origin | Italy |
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| Period | 19th Century |
