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18th Century, Solid Marble Bust of "The Americas"

circa 1750

About the Item

Wonderfully carved, circa 1750, marble bust representing North and South America. Initially part of a series of busts that depicted "The Four Continents". The smiling figure is draped in a toga pinned with a brooch and is adorned with an arm band and is crowned with feathers.
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1750
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    There has been an old repair to the upper lip on the right.
  • Gallery Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2563212566122

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