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French Art Nouveau, Female Bust, Gilt Bronze, 1900s

About the Item

Signed under the left shoulder: ”CerNelille”.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. MENTION PROMO CODE NIC-9 AND GET A 20%-DISCOUNT FROM LIST PRICE. Some losses of gilt in the back of the sculpture. Send us a message to request more details or discuss price.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819311101831

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