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An Excellent Quality Russian Sculpture of a Bust Wood Carving of a Noble Lady Circa: 1770
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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£4,750
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An Excellent Quality Russian Sculpture of a Bust Wood Carving of a Noble Lady Circa: 1770

18th century
Description

An Excellent Quality Russian Sculpture Of A Bust Wood Carving Of A Noble Lady Circa: 1770

Magnificently carved hair and curling hair, within her hair a jewel.

Still with traces of the original polychrome, carved from red pine.

All over in original condition, there are no cracks or repairs, the bust has a beautiful old patination.

54cm high 26cm wide 19cm deep.

Price: £4750,--

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Carved Wooden Bust Sculpture to the 18th Century.

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SA1170669
Description
An Excellent Quality Russian Sculpture Of A Bust Wood Carving Of A Noble Lady Circa: 1770

Magnificently carved hair and curling hair, within her hair a jewel.

Still with traces of the original polychrome, carved from red pine.

“
All over in original condition, there are no cracks or repairs, the bust has a beautiful old patination.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

54cm high 26cm wide 19cm deep.

Price: £4750,--

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Carved Wooden Bust Sculpture to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1170669
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

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A hand-carved wooden bust of a female figure featuring swept-back hair, braided locks, a draped bodice with bow detail, resting on an integrated pedestal base.
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Archive I A hand-carved wooden bust of a female figure featuring swept-back hair, braided locks, a draped bodice with bow detail, resting on an integrated pedestal base.

An Excellent Quality Russian Sculpture of a Bust Wood Carving of a Noble Lady Circa: 1770

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A hand-carved wooden bust of a female figure featuring swept-back hair, braided locks, a draped bodice with bow detail, resting on an integrated pedestal base.
An Excellent Quality Russian Sculpture Of A Bust Wood Carving Of A Noble Lady Circa: 1770
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During the 18th century, carved wooden busts emerged as decorative art objects influenced by Rococo and Neoclassical design movements. Master carvers crafted portrait sculptures depicting classical, allegorical, or noble figures to adorn grand residences and private libraries.

Craftsmen primarily utilised dense hardwoods such as oak, lime, or walnut, carving the figure or bust from timber using hand chisels and gouges. Many pieces received polychrome painted finishes or gilding over a gesso base to highlight anatomical details and drapery.

Authentic examples feature hand-tool marks, uneven carving lines, and natural age-related timber shrinkage along the wood grain. Original polychrome finishes typically display subtle cracking, surface oxidisation, and wear patterns consistent with historical handling.

Positioning a wooden bust on a mantelpiece, console table, or within an open bookcase creates a grounding focal point in modern living spaces. Pairing historical sculpture with contemporary art or minimalist backdrop elements highlights the texture and form of the carved wood.

Preserve wooden sculptures by keeping them in a stable environment with controlled humidity levels to prevent timber movement or cracking. Dust gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding water, harsh chemical cleaners, or direct exposure to sunlight.
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