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Small Antique Bronze Bust of a Child after Jean-Antoine Houdon

$850
£647.57
€746.67
CA$1,189.56
A$1,329.13
CHF 695.28
MX$16,299.43
NOK 8,884.41
SEK 8,424.77
DKK 5,572.83
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A good small bronze bust of a child after Jean-Antoine Houdon. The child with head turned to the left in a downward gaze. Slightly pensive and somewhat angelic gaze. Mounted on a green marble plinth. Height: circa 5 3/4 in. Items purchased from David Sterner antiques must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century or Earlier
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor nicks and light edge wear to plinth. Light rubbing to patina and fine and light surface scratches here and there.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU161025678413

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