Mid-19th Century Plaster Figure ‘The Greek Slave’ after Hiram Powers, c.1844-70
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Mid-19th Century Plaster Figure ‘The Greek Slave’ after Hiram Powers, c.1844-70
About the Item
- Similar to:Hiram Powers (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Length: 39 in (99.06 cm)
- Style:Classical Roman (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Plaster,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1844-1870
- Condition:Please see description for full condition report and photographs for visual reference.
- Seller Location:Bedford, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18681stDibs: LU1944312222583
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