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Creator: Unknown
Mid-Century Plaster Bust/Sculpture of Ludwig Van Beethoven, circa 1950
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Portugal Made of Plaster Measure: Height 20cm Original condition.    
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1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Plaster

Small Italian Signed Terracotta Bust
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/5804 - Small signed terracotta female bust by a famous Italian artist: Celestino Fumagalli , born in Turin 1864, died in Milan 1941. It's a sm...
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Early 20th Century Italian Beaux Arts Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

Late 19th Century Italian Marble Bust of an Emperor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Graceful bust sculpture made of rich carrara white marble, finely depicting a Roman emperor. Made in Italy in the late 19th Century. Dimensions: 31"H x 23"W x 14"D
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Late 19th Century Italian Other Antique Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

Important Italian Bust "Roman Emperor" 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Italian bust "Roman Emperor" 20th Century Marmo di Carrara Measure: H: 55cm perfect conditions
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20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head
Located in Dallas, TX
Daoist sage, official, or possibly a Buddhist acolyte. A large, thick and heavy cast iron statue of a head. Custom vintage carved hardwood stand finishes off this outstanding and decorative bust, circa 10th...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Unknown Busts

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Iron

20th Century Terracotta Bust of Italian Nobility, Italy Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is an impressive bust formed with terracotta of a Italian noble woman or girl. This beautiful sculpture is hand formed, 20th century. It makes a nice ad...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

Large Antique English Signed C. Papworth Hand-Carved Marble Bust or Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This substantial and well executed hand-carved marble bust is signed by an unknown artist, and originates from England and done in the period Victorian style. The sculpture depicts a...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Unknown Busts

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Marble

This Is Not Self Portrait Sculpture by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
This is not a self portrait sculpture by Thomas Dariel Dimensions: D 24 x W 26.5 x H 63 cm Materials: Solid plaster sculpture wrapped in elastic band color paint finish, accent ri...
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2010s French Modern Unknown Busts

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Plastic, Plaster

Anatomical Sculpture in White Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Anatomical Sculpture in White Carrara Marble early 20th century. Sculpture in white Carrara marble representing a human bust whose ha...
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

JEAN-ANTOINE HOUDON'S "SCORTICATO" IN PLASTER early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
JEAN-ANTOINE HOUDON'S "SCORTICATO" IN PLASTER early 20th Century 1: 1 reproduction in plaster of the head of the Flayed by the French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon (Paris, 1741-1828). He studied in Rome, at the French Academy...
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Unknown Busts

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Plaster

Important Italian Bust "Antonino Pio" End 19th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Italian bust "Antonino Pio" fine 19th Century Marmo di Carrara Measure: H: 76cm perfect conditions Titus Aurelius Fulvo Boyonius Antoninus (Latin: T. Aurelius Fulvus Boion...
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

Vintage Decorative Egyptian Pharaoh Statue on Marble Base, Grand Tour Souvenir
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautifully crafted statue of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, I believe it is Ramses the 2nd however I am not completely sure. The statue appears to be made of copper or white metal. ...
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1970s Egyptian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Marble, Metal

Bust of Octavian Augustus in Breccia Pernice and white Carrara end 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Bust of Octavian Augustus in Breccia Pernice and white Carrara Marble placed on a turned base in white Carrara marble height 73 cm base included, ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

Beautiful Italian " Ippocrate " Bust Early 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Italian " Ippocrate " Bust early 20th Century Carrara Marble H: 56 cm perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

Italian Sculpture "Ercole" Head Begin 20th Century Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sculpture "Ercole" head Begin 20th century Marble Measure: H: 42cm including the base Perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Marble

French Art Nouveau, Female Bust, Gilt Bronze, 1900s
Located in New York, NY
Signed under the left shoulder: ”CerNelille”.
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Unknown Busts

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Bronze

Pair of Italian Marble Carrara Sculpture "Horse Head" 20th Century H: 40cm
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Horse head sculpture on white Carrara marble horse in classic style placed on a turned base in Carrara marble. 20th century. Dimension: including base: H 40 x 30 x 13 cm. ...
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20th Century Italian Modern Unknown Busts

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Marble

20th Century Terracotta Bust of an old Gentleman, Germany 1936
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is an impressive bust formed with terracotta of an old man. This beautiful sculpture is hand formed, 20th century. Signed by Artist and dated 1936. It makes a nice addition to a...
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Late 20th Century German Folk Art Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

AMAZING LARGE BEAUTIFUL TERRACOTTA GRIFFINS 20th century
Located in Madrid, ES
LARGE BEAUTIFUL TERRACOTTA GRIFFINS 20th century Copy of ancient Renaissance griffins. Impruneta terracotta. Made in Tuscany HEIGHT 73 cm WIDTH 30...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

Pair Cherub Decorative Bronze Metal Head Bust Statues Sculptures, Belgium, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of classic decorative Bust statues. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of a kind of metal, we think its gilded bronze. Very decorative and nice to display...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Unknown Busts

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Metal

Pair of 19th Century Busts
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of 19th century busts. These are 2 19th century Gesso painted busts of 2 archaeologists of the period. Measurements: 69 x 62 x 28 Y 65 x 60 x 30 Good condition.
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19th Century English Baroque Antique Unknown Busts

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Gesso

French Empire Gilt Bronze and Marble Standish
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Empire Gilt Bronze and Marble Standish 19th Century. The bust inscribed on the reverse Baril 1830. The rectangular green and white marble platform supporting a bust of Napole...
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19th Century Antique Unknown Busts

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Marble

Mid-20th Century Baby Jesus Figure in the Cradle
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-20th century hand painted baby Jesus figure made of ceramic in the cradle. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent ...
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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Ceramic, Wood

HEAD OF PLATO IN TERRACOTTA FROM THE GLYPTOTHEK IN MUNICH 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
HEAD OF PLATO IN TERRACOTTA FROM THE GLYPTOTHEK IN MUNICH 20th Century H: 44cm x 20cm Plato (Athens, 428/427 BC – Athens, 348/347 BC) A terracotta copy of the famous artifact prese...
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20th Century Italian Modern Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

Important Italian Sculpture "Diana Gabi" Carrara Marble 19th-20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Italian sculpture "Diana Gabi" Carrara marble 19th-20th century Very good condition.
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Busts

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Marble

Circa 1910 French Terra Cotta on Marble Bust of Young Boy - By Fernand Cian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1910 French Terra Cotta on Marble Bust of Young Boy - By Fernand Cian. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questio...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Unknown Busts

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Marble

Italian Marble Figure of a Torso, 19th/20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An Italian marble figure of a torso, 19th/20th century wearing a tunic falling from her right shoulder and leaving the breast bare, both ends of...
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20th Century Unknown Busts

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Marble

Art Nouveau Couple Man & Woman Bust Antique German, 1890s - 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Art Nouveau plaster Couple bust. Hand painted in bronze color to make it look like a real bronze figure, this bust has a lot of patina. A nice addition in every living room...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Unknown Busts

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Plaster

1934's sculpture ceramic " Head of a lady " signed Koos van der Kaay
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1934's sculpture ceramic " Head of a lady " signed Koos van der Kaay Rare piece Typical woman head " Garçonne" Beautiful piece
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1930s Austrian Vintage Unknown Busts

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Ceramic

Italian Alabaster Bust of a Young Woman, Possibly Saint Catherine of Siena c1890
Located in Lisse, NL
Museum quality sculpture of a serene possibly Saint Catherine of Siena. This exquisite Italian alabaster bust, carved circa 1890 and set upon a dark, polished marble base, emanates ...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Antique Unknown Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Mid-20th Century Wood Montserrat Virgin Statue
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century Spanish montserrat virgin statue made of wood. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Busts

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Wood

David M. Stoneware Sculpture, Signed and Dated 1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
David M. Stoneware sculpture. Signed and dated 1980.
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

Gerolamo Oldofredi 'Act.1864-1883' Italian Marble Bust of a Young Girl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gerolamo OLDOFREDI (act.1864-1883) An Italian marble bust of a young girl, emblematic of Winter, by G. Oldofredi, Milan. 26 in. (66.04 cm.) High Signed: G.Oldofredi Milano ...
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19th Century Antique Unknown Busts

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Marble

Pair of Terracotta or Similar Columns from the 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
TWENTIETH CENTURY TERRACOTTA COLUMNS. PAIR OF TERRACOTTA OR SIMILAR COLUMNS FROM THE 20TH CENTURY. VERY DECORATIVE. MEASURES. 70X30X30 WITHOUT SUPPORT. Good condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

Italian White Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An Italian white marble portrait bust of a Lady, late 19th century, her hair gathered on the top of her head and plated, measure: height 28 in. (71.12 cm).
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20th Century Unknown Busts

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Marble

Italian Carved White Marble Bust
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An Italian carved white marble bust Finely carved, depicted is an inebriated jolly Man wearing an open shirt with grapes hanging from his straw hat...
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20th Century Unknown Busts

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Marble

19th Century (early) Italian Grand Tour Bronze Bust Marble Stand Marcus Aurelius
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century (early) Italian Grand Tour Bronze Bust Marble Stand Marcus Aurelius Unique piece purchased in France. See detailed photos.
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Early 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Unknown Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Pair Noble Man Decorative Metal Head Bust Statues Sculptures, Belgium 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of classic decorative Bust statues. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of a kind of metal, we think it's brass, socket nickel plated. Very decorative and ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Unknown Busts

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Metal

Important Italian Bust "Roman Emperor" 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Italian bust "Roman Emperor" 20th Century Marmo di Carrara Measure: H: 55cm perfect conditions
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20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

Perez, Welded Bronze Bust, 1970s
Located in Dorchester, MA
Signed "Perez" and dating to the 1970s, this brutalist bust comprises multiple strands of bronze that have been welded together to form the strong features. The bust rests on a bronz...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Unknown Busts

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Bronze

Vintage Traditional Catalan Hand-Painted Wooden Figures
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century hand-painted traditional Catalan figures made of wood. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a be...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Busts

Materials

Wood

Pair of Two Mid-20th Century Clay Animal Sculptures
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century traditional Spanish clay figures of a bull and a mule. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Busts

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Clay

White Plaster Cast Native American Bust Sculpture of an Indian Warrior Chief
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Cast in pure white plaster, this bust sculpture depicts the face of a Native American warrior. His long hair is pulled to the side and tied with trompe l'oeil leather strips. He wears an ornate necklace...
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20th Century American Native American Unknown Busts

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Plaster

Set of Two Traditional Turned Preliminary Sketch Wooden Sculptures
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century turned trial figures of two girls made of wood. Made in Olot, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautif...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Busts

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Wood

Bust of a Lady in Lost Wax Bronze Sculpture by Giuseppe Motti, 1950s
Located in Milano, MI
Bronze female bust made with the lost wax technique, created by Giuseppe Motti (1908 - 1988) in the 1950s Ø 24 cmØ 12 cm h 31 cm
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Bronze

Early 20th Century Porcelain Girl Bust signed Georges Rogron Antique, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Art Nouveau white bisque porcelain girl bust with bronze fittings base. Bust of a girl with averted gaze and her hair tied up. Signed "Georges...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Unknown Busts

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Bronze

Beautiful Mid Century Boy Head Bust Plaster on Wooden Base German Vintage, 1959
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful mid century modern white plaster boys head bust. Bust with lots of patina. Plaster on a wooden base. A nice addition in every living room. Found at an estate sale in Nuremb...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Plaster, Wood

Mid-20th Century Wood Virgin Statue
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-20th century traditional virgin statue made of wood. Made in Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful pat...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Busts

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Wood

Terracotta Bust Of Young Girl Signed Fernand Cian
Located in BARSAC, FR
Fernand Cian (1889-1954) Bust of an elegant young woman wearing a bun, in the style of the 18th century. Patinated terracotta on a sea green marble pied...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Unknown Busts

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Terracotta

Life-Size Raku Ceramic Female Sculpture by Eva Stettner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s life-size Raku-fired ceramic female nude sculpture by American sculptor Eva Stettner. Constructed of ceramic that is low fired glazed, the stool is...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Chrome

Hand Painted Styrofoam and Papier-Mâché Head or Hat Display
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Hand painted head of a woman with short hair. Created from Styrofoam, papier-mâché and rope, this lovely woman is hand painted with short brown hair, blue-green eyes, a blue-collar, ...
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20th Century American Bohemian Unknown Busts

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Paint, Paper

20th Century Italian "Saint" Sculpture in Carrara Marble Height: 53 cm
Located in Madrid, ES
20th Century Italian "Saint" Sculpture in Carrara Marble Height: 53 cm Perfect original condition
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20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

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Carrara Marble

Important Italian Bust "Roman Emperor" 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Italian bust "Roman Emperor" 20th Century Marmo di Carrara Measure: H: 63cm perfect conditions
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20th Century Italian Baroque Unknown Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

Head Bust of Indian, Lapis Lazuli & Silvered Metal Sculpture, Mexico, ca. 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Head Bust of Indian Lapis Lazuli, Silvered Metal & Granite Mexico, ca. 1980s DIMENSIONS Height: 13.75 inches Width: 4.5 inches ...
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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Lapis Lazuli, Metal

Japanese Porcelain Sculpture of a Geisha
Located in Antwerp, BE
Japanese porcelain sculpture of a Geisha, signed Lavorazione. Width:34 cm. Height:30 cm. Depth:28 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Unknown Busts

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Porcelain

Italian Stone Sculpture Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian Stone Sculpture Early 20th Century stone 70cm x 50cm good original condition
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Unknown Busts

Materials

Stone

Sensational Greek Sphinx Verdigris Sculpture Female Bronze Forged Steel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Greek mythology Sphinx imagery Bronze Sculpture female lion bust with wings 61.5 tall x 24.5 w x 34 d Mounted on forged steel base. Unsigned. Original vintag...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Busts

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Bronze, Steel

Large White Ceramic Bust Sculpture of a Bald Man
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large hand-sculpted bust of a man. Created from white clay, this piece is life-size and depicts a man who stares off into the distance. Measures: 14.75" tall 8.5" deep 7.5" w...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Busts

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Ceramic

Unknown busts for sale on 1stDibs.

Unknown busts are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Unknown busts, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 126 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original busts by Unknown were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. Prices for Unknown busts can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $160 and can go as high as $124,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,200.
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