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Polychrome Terracotta Angel

$4,950
£3,801.39
€4,356.34
CA$6,968.38
A$7,806.12
CHF 4,060.15
MX$95,218.59
NOK 51,691.16
SEK 48,741.08
DKK 32,514.55

About the Item

A polychrome terracotta angel built in fifteen pieces, in the Luca Della Robbia tradition, salvaged from the Southern Hotel in downtown Baltimore, which was demolished in 1917. Celebrated for its rooftop restaurant and music venue, the hotel hosted a who's who of early twentieth century actors, musicians, politicians and other celebrities. This piece is suitable for indoor or outdoor installation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 70.5 in (179.07 cm)Width: 34 in (86.36 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Beaux Arts (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Terracotta,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1895
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Baltimore, MD
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: hw041stDibs: LU88159633241

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