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White Marble Bust of a Gentleman
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White Marble Bust of a Gentleman

1900 - 1920
Description

Circa 1900, small tabletop white marble bust of a gentleman. In a classic simple pose, with some hairline cracks to the side and back; the name Milton is engraved to the back, indicating it could have been made in the likeness of writer, John Milton. There are no further names or markings, and the bust stands on a circular column with a flared base.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this White Marble Portrait Bust to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA697833
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29009
Description
Circa 1900, small tabletop white marble bust of a gentleman.
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In a classic simple pose, with some hairline cracks to the side and back; the name Milton is engraved to the back, indicating it could have been made in the likeness of writer, John Milton.
Georgian Antiques

There are no further names or markings, and the bust stands on a circular column with a flared base.

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this White Marble Portrait Bust to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA697833
Dealers Internal Ref
29009
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A white marble carved portrait bust depicting a gentleman with long flowing hair and period attire mounted on a round socle base.
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Archive I A white marble carved portrait bust depicting a gentleman with long flowing hair and period attire mounted on a round socle base.

White Marble Bust of a Gentleman

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A white marble carved portrait bust depicting a gentleman with long flowing hair and period attire mounted on a round socle base.
White Marble Bust of a Gentleman
Ref: SA697833
A white marble carved portrait bust depicting a gentleman with long flowing hair and period attire mounted on a round socle base.
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FAQs

Marble portrait busts originated in classical antiquity and saw significant revivals during the Renaissance, Neoclassical, and Victorian eras. They were traditionally commissioned to commemorate prominent individuals, political figures, or scholars, serving as symbols of status and intellect.

Marble portrait busts are traditionally carved from solid blocks of natural marble or alabaster using steel chisels, rasps, and polishing stones. The carving often begins from a clay model, with the final surface polished to produce a smooth, lifelike skin tone and detailed drapery.

Authentic period marble busts typically display hand-carving marks in subtle, hard-to-reach areas, natural surface patination, and minor surface wear consistent with age. Genuine pieces are often mounted on a turned marble socle base using a central metal pin or dowel.

A marble bust is frequently positioned on a fireplace mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console table to create visual height and focal interest. Pairing carved stone sculptures with modern artwork or dark wood surfaces highlights the contrast between texture, colour, and form.

Dust marble sculptures regularly using a soft, dry natural-bristle brush or microfibre cloth. Avoid acidic cleaners, household chemicals, and excess water, as marble is a porous stone that readily absorbs liquid and discolours.
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