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Coade Style Keystone of Democritus. A brilliant keystone of Democritus, an Ancient Greek philosopher. This piece is in the style of Coade, though not stamped. Attached are some images of Keystones by Coade in Alison Kelly’s, “Mrs Coades Stone”. Democritus was also known as The Laughing Philosopher. Additional Dimensions Plaque Height 38.5 cm Width…
Depth: 25cm9.84in
Width: 30cm11.81in
Height: 57.5cm22.64in
Weight: 7kg15.43lbs
Good structural condition. The piece is mounted onto a bespoke steel stand. There are some historic repairs to the top right corner.
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
Circa 1820
Unknown
Terracotta
England
Early 19th Century
Georgian, Neoclassical, Regency
Coade Style Keystone of Democritus. A brilliant keystone of Democritus, an Ancient Greek philosopher. This piece is in the style of Coade, though not stamped. Attached are some images of Keystones by Coade in Alison Kelly’s, “Mrs Coades Stone”. Democritus was also known as The Laughing Philosopher.
Additional Dimensions
Plaque
Height 38.5 cm
Width 30 cm
Depth 11 cm
| Weight | 7 kg |
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| Dimensions | 25 × 30 × 57.5 cm |
| Date of Manufacture | Circa 1820 |
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| Origin | England |
| Period | Early 19th Century |