Exceptional Terracotta Bust of Louis XV by Pierre Lucas, France
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Exceptional Terracotta Bust of Louis XV by Pierre Lucas, France
About the Item
- Creator:Pierre Lucas (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
- Style:Louis XV (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Mid-18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Saint-Ouen, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1670219723342
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