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“Improvisateur” Antique French Bronze Sculpture by François-Joseph Duret
About the Item
- Creator:François-Joseph Duret (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:Romantic (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Patinated
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. See condition notes in descriptive text. Additional images available upon request.
- Seller Location:Shippensburg, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: 703PFP20A1stDibs: LU105907193653
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