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Hand-Carved White Marble Bust of Solon

$4,533.26
£3,351.07
€3,800
CA$6,287.87
A$6,855.15
CHF 3,622.13
MX$84,302.20
NOK 45,038.25
SEK 42,397.55
DKK 28,935.04

About the Item

Exceptional bust carved in white marble depicting Solon, the famous Athenian legislator and poet considered one of the Seven Sages of Greece. The sculptor has captured in detail the serenity of his countenance and the density of his curly beard, conveying a sense of nobility and timeless wisdom. The ancient Greek inscription "ΣΟΛΩΝ" appears on the base, identifying the figure.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.84 in (58 cm)Width: 12.6 in (32 cm)Depth: 14.97 in (38 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1990-1999
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1990
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Marbella, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3044346431052

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