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Antique French Terra Cotta Bust from Dinard, Dated 1912

$3,600
£2,781.62
€3,215.82
CA$5,087.06
A$5,705.48
CHF 2,987.87
MX$69,327.10
NOK 37,940.94
SEK 35,970.68
DKK 24,004.41

About the Item

This terra cotta bust of a monsignor from Dinard, France is signed by the artist with the accompanying date of 1912. An engraving under the left shoulder indicates that the bust was a gift to a Monsignor Blanchet, a well-respected parish priest of Dinard. Msgr Blanchet is depicted wearing a four peak biretta with a mounted tuft. He is also clad in a cassock with an ornate embellishment of flowers and a scrolled motif. In the back is a small hood above lace frill that is attached to the vestment trim. Supported by a rectangular base, our terra cotta bust from Dinard shows excellent proportion and realistic detail. It would look fantastic in a small niche or sitting on a console or center table.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1912
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good antique condition with fleabites, minor old hairline cracks, and minor losses. Please see photos for details.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 422-1031stDibs: LU906331512992

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