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Antique 19th C. French Hand-Carved Limestone Cherub or Putti Garden Statue

$4,740
£3,581.86
€4,136.17
CA$6,623.43
A$7,349.26
CHF 3,849.70
MX$90,121.64
NOK 48,966.85
SEK 46,222.62
DKK 30,846.02
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About the Item

Antique French 19th century or possibly earlier, large hand-carved limestone cherub or putti garden statue or sculpture from a very prominent and historic St. Louis estate on the grounds of St. Louis Country Club. Carved from a single block of limestone of a cherub holding a bouquet of roses. Chisel marks still seen in base, plus fossils in the stone. It can been see to the left of the of the front door in the photo number #5
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.25 in (74.3 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In fine condition, with over all weathering. Possibly cleaned at some point.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Louis, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU820240577752

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