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Antique Sculpted Plaster Maquette of a Seated Gentleman

About the Item

A finely sculpted antique plaster maquette of a seated gentleman holding papers. From the Studio of Ralph & Rodger Hedley (1848-1913 & 1879-1970). The man wears fine clothing and drapery in a classical yet modest manner. A beautiful decorative piece for an interior setting. We are also selling a maquette of a seated lady which could be used alongside this one as an ornamental pair; please enquire for details.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.2 in (64 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. Small losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9303901stDibs: LU2096337200542
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