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Blue John Bust of a Roman Emperor Gilt and Blue John Stand
About the Item
Heading : Blue John bust of a Roman Emperor with gilt metal and Blue John Stand
Date : 20th century
Origin : Most likely carved in Cornwall
Decoration : In the form of a Roman Emperor
Size : Height 35.4cm. base 8.9cm x 8.9cm
Condition : Excellent – the piece missing behind his left ear is from manufacture and is simply due to the shape of the rock from which the piece was sculpted – light wear to base only
Restoration : None
Weight : 11170 grams
This is a truly remarkable piece of work. To find a Blue John bust of this size and quality is a rare thing indeed.
Records show that a quantity of Blue John was exported to southern Cornwall to be worked. The base and the mounting are clearly the work of a jeweller, or other skilled artisan.
The property of a deceased internationally known Derbyshire collector.
- Dimensions:Height: 13.94 in (35.4 cm)Diameter: 3.51 in (8.9 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th C
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Tunbridge Wells, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: CWS011stDibs: LU8525243966892
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