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Antique Portrait Bust, English, Plaster Head, Francis Derwent Wood, Circa 1920

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This is an antique portrait bust. An English, plaster head, signed by Francis Derwent Wood (1871-1926), dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Francis Derwent Wood RA was a British sculptor. Elected to the Royal Academy in London in 1920, he also held a position as head of sculpture at the Royal College of Art between 1918 and 1923. Fascinating bust, personalised by a renowned British sculptor Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Quality plaster form with lightly glossed finish over caramel hues A rambunctious self portrait of the artist in his latter years, with overt character Personal inscription to front reads 'To R.E.K. from Derwent Wood' - signed to rear also This is a fascinating antique portrait bust, gifted from the sculptor to the inscribed recipient. Highly distinctive and of copious charm. Delivered polished and ready to display. Dimensions: Max width: 10cm (4'') Max depth: 12.5cm (5'') Max height: 24cm (9.5'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.82221stDibs: LU2645327781152

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