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Wax Bust Sculpted, Italy, 1920s

$2,850
£2,154.25
€2,475.61
CA$3,968.61
A$4,414.91
CHF 2,314.35
MX$53,949.16
NOK 29,470.40
SEK 27,742.30
DKK 18,479.51
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About the Item

Intriguing woman’s bust sculpture made of wax, with glass eyes and prosthesis teeth. Very nice and very decorative item! A wunderkammer piece.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Antwerp, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU933410125343

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