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19th Century Pair of Italian Marble Busts Depicting Two Children

About the Item

19th Century pair of Italian marble busts depicting two children held on square Violet Jura Brocatelle marble pedestals with white and black marble detail.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin 8, IE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 113521stDibs: LU1103245036632

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