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A Carrara Marble Bust
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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A Carrara Marble Bust

19th century
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A 19th century sculpture carved from Carrara marble. The portrait bust of a young woman with an artists paint palette .The bust has a deliberately rough hewn shoulder line possibly the artists intention to counter the obvious beauty of the subject. Raised on a turned low socle. C1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Carrara Marble Female Bust to the 19th Century.

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SA1231846
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A 19th century sculpture carved from Carrara marble. The portrait bust of a young woman with an artists paint palette .
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The bust has a deliberately rough hewn shoulder line possibly the artists intention to counter the obvious beauty of the subject.
Christine Kavanagh Antiques

Raised on a turned low socle. C1880

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Carrara Marble Female Bust to the 19th Century.

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SA1231846
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle.
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Archive I A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle.

A Carrara Marble Bust

Archive II A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle. View II
Archive III A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle. View III
Archive IV A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle. View IV
Archive V A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle. View V
Archive VI A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle. View VI
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Telephone 01777 871 080 or 07850 463 173
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Nottinghamshire
NG24 1AZ
United Kingdom
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle.
A Carrara marble bust
Ref: SA1231846
A carved white Carrara marble bust of a female figure featuring an artist palette and carved floral details, mounted on a turned socle.
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A marble bust is a sculpted representation of the upper part of the human figure, depicting the head, neck, and varying proportions of the chest and shoulders. Popularised during classical antiquity and revived during the Renaissance and Neoclassical periods, these works often represent allegorical figures, historical personalities, or mythical subjects.

Traditional marble busts are hand-carved from solid blocks of natural marble, such as Italian Carrara, using steel chisels, rasp tools, and abrasives. The finished carving is typically mounted onto a turned circular base, known as a socle, to provide stability and elevation.

Authentic marble sculptures show fine hand-chiselling marks, subtle surface patination, and natural wear around delicate projections like hair curls or drapery. Unlike synthetic resin casts, genuine marble remains cold to the touch and features natural structural weight.

Positioning a marble bust on a dark wood sideboard, library shelf, or fireplace mantelpiece creates a striking focal point through tonal contrast. Pair the sculpture with minimalist contemporary art or brass accents to balance classical proportion with modern aesthetics.

Clean marble surfaces using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfibre cloth to remove accumulated dust without scratching. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, acidic solutions, or excessive moisture, which can degrade the stone surface and dull its finish.
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