Stock No. 36505

Antique French Terracotta Bust of Marie Antoinette

An early 20th century antique French terracotta bust of Marie Antoinette, Queen Consort of France (1775-1792), on an associated white marble socle. This beautiful sculpture exudes elegance and femininity, Antoinette’s soft features captured in delicate detail. Known for her opulent lifestyle, she is carved wearing a luxurious dress of layered frills over her shoulders with…

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£2,975.00

Dimensions

Depth: 29cm11.42in

Width: 45cm17.72in

Height: 69cm27.17in

Weight: 17kg37.48lbs

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Condition Report

Good structural condition. Traces of paint, more noticeable on the back. Light surface wear. No repairs. Small chips. Small firing cracks. Transports as 2 pieces: bust and socle.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Origin

France

Period

Early 20th Century

Material

Handcarved, Marble, Terracotta

Date of Manufacture

Circa 1910

Maker

Unknown

Style

Louis

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An early 20th century antique French terracotta bust of Marie Antoinette, Queen Consort of France (1775-1792), on an associated white marble socle. This beautiful sculpture exudes elegance and femininity, Antoinette’s soft features captured in delicate detail.

Known for her opulent lifestyle, she is carved wearing a luxurious dress of layered frills over her shoulders with her hair extravagantly styled in large curling loops and decorated with a flower headdress.

If looking to add beauty and history to your home, this bust is the perfect piece, offering a glimpse into the lavish affluence of 18th century royalty in France. The terracotta is indistinctly signed to the reverse.

Additional information

Weight 17 kg
Dimensions 29 × 45 × 69 cm
Origin

France

Period

Early 20th Century

Material

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Date of Manufacture

Circa 1910

Maker

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