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19thC Plaster Bust on Faux Porphyry Marble Column of Architect Matthew Habershon

$3,771.76per set
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CA$5,171.28per set
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NOK 38,015.52per set
SEK 35,790.28per set
DKK 24,006.81per set
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A fine plaster bust of the English architect Matthew Habershon (1789-1852). The bust sits on a faux painted porphyry marble column (plaster). The bust taken from the original marble bust by Joseph Nollekens generally considered to be the finest British sculptor of the 18th Century. Age related knocks and abrasions, some minor discolouration as you would expect. The bust also has a framed photograph of the original bust and a print of Bonners Hall, Hackney Habershons home English, 19th century Bust approximately 56cm by 24cm by 70cm. Column approximately 37cm diameter, 102cm high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 67.72 in (172 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 14.57 in (37 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612142021702

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