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A 19th Century Marble Bust of Roman Emperor. Hand carved from white statutory marble, this charming grand tour relic resembles an unearthed treasure. Possibly based on Nero, 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…
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
19th Century
Grand Tour, Neoclassical
A 19th Century Marble Bust of Roman Emperor.
Hand carved from white statutory marble, this charming grand tour relic resembles an unearthed treasure.
Possibly based on Nero, 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.
Another similar bust is available under stock number: 37933
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
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| Dimensions | 12 × 10 × 18 cm |
| Origin | Italy |
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| Period | 19th Century |
