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Pair Antique French Terracotta Busts Signed "Houdon" on Marble Bases, Circa 1860

$3,400per set
£2,585.55per set
€2,982.31per set
CA$4,762.78per set
A$5,330.49per set
CHF 2,783.35per set
MX$65,032.28per set
NOK 35,330.94per set
SEK 33,526.89per set
DKK 22,270.46per set
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Pair Antique French Terracotta Busts Signed "Houdon" on Marble Bases, Circa 1860. Male Bust: 17 3/4" H x 9 1/2" W x 8 1/2" D Female Bust: 19 1/4" H x 10" W x 6 1/2" D
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New Orleans, LA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU861940560862

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