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Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
The winged putti appears to be saying a prayer.
A very interesting item from the 18th century, possibly collected from The Grand Tour.
The term "Grand Tour" refers to the 17th- and 18th-century custom of a traditional trip of Europe undertaken by upper-class young European men of sufficient means and rank (typically accompanied by a chaperon, such as a family member) when they had come of age (about 21 years old). Young women of equally sufficient means ("debutantes")
Max Dimensions : 10 cms tall including base, the marble base is 8 cms.
Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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A Rare Bronze Cupid/ Putti Desk Ornament. 18th Century.
