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19th Century Plaster Bust of Homer
Hesketh Antiques
for sale €2,165     $2,350
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19th Century Plaster Bust of Homer

19th century
For Sale by Hesketh Antiques
Description

19th century bust of the Greek poet Homer.

Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Hesketh Antiques has dated this Antique Plaster Homer Bust to the 19th Century.

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SA1152526
Description
19th century bust of the Greek poet Homer.
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Hesketh Antiques has dated this Antique Plaster Homer Bust to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152526
Hesketh Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2025
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An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base.
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Archive I An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base.

19th Century Plaster Bust of Homer

Archive II An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View II
Archive III An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View III
Archive IV An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View IV
Archive V An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View V
Archive VI An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View VI
Archive VII An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View VII
Archive VIII An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View VIII
Archive IX An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View IX
Archive X An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base. View X
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Hesketh Antiques
Telephone 07877 820741
Location
The Old Coach House
Lamberts Lane
Midhurst
West Sussex
GU29 9DH
United Kingdom

Shop hours:
Friday and Saturday 11:00 - 16:30

Or by appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/hesketh
Verified Since Jul 2025
Items For Sale 35
Items Sold 10
Hesketh Antiques
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Location: The Old Coach House, Lamberts Lane, Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9DH, United Kingdom, , Shop hours:, Friday and Saturday 11:00 - 16:30, , Or by appointment.
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An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base.
19TH CENTURY PLASTER BUST OF HOMER
Ref: SA1152526
An off-white plaster bust depicting the classical Greek poet Homer with a detailed curly beard and headband, set on a flat square base.
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During the 18th and 19th centuries, plaster casts of ancient Greek and Roman figures were produced as academic study aids and Grand Tour souvenirs. Portrayals of classical authors, philosophers, and poets such as Homer were traditional additions to private libraries, academies, and estate collections.

These sculptures were created by pouring liquid plaster of Paris into multi-piece piece-moulds taken directly from ancient marble or bronze works. Once cured, visible mold seams were hand-chiselled away, and surfaces were often finished with a wax or sealant wash to reduce porosity.

Authentic 19th-century casts display age-appropriate surface patination, subtle seam lines from historical casting techniques, and localized wear near base edges. They possess greater weight than modern resin reproductions and exhibit a matte, non-synthetic surface texture.

A plaster bust serves as a prominent focal point when set upon a dark wood sideboard, mantelpiece, or within open shelving. The pale plaster creates strong visual contrast against dark-painted walls, timber panelling, or minimalist contemporary furniture.

Plaster is highly porous and vulnerable to water damage, requiring dry cleaning methods using a soft camel-hair brush or vacuum cleaner fitted with a soft brush attachment. Liquid cleaners and damp wiping should be avoided as moisture can dissolve surface details or cause staining.
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