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A Large French Carved Alabaster Sculpture of a Female Playing a Lyre. Titled Mignon. Signed R.lusili
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

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A Large French Carved Alabaster Sculpture of a Female Playing a Lyre. Titled Mignon. Signed R.lusili

1900 - 1920
Description

A beautiful French carved alabaster sculpture of a female playing a lyre, titled Mignon. This French alabaster sculpture is in very good condition, beautifully carved. Signed in the alabaster R.Lusili.

Physical Dimensions
Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Carved Alabaster Female Bust to the 1910s.

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SA830307
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Description
A beautiful French carved alabaster sculpture of a female playing a lyre, titled Mignon. This French alabaster sculpture is in very good condition, beautifully carved. Signed in the alabaster R.Lusili.
Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Carved Alabaster Female Bust to the 1910s.

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SA830307
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialising in art deco and art nouveau sculpture, french and english mirrors and french decorative furniture

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A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon.
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Archive I A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon.

A Large French Carved Alabaster Sculpture of a Female Playing a Lyre. Titled Mignon. Signed R.lusili

Archive II A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View II
Archive III A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon.
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Archive VI A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View VI
Archive VII A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View VII
Archive VIII A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View VIII
Archive IX A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View IX
Archive X A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View X
Archive XI A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View XI
Archive XII A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View XII
Archive XIII A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon. View XIII
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon.
A Large French Carved Alabaster Sculpture Of A Female Playing A Lyre. Titled Mignon. Signed R.LUSILI
Ref: SA830307
A white carved alabaster bust depicting a young woman playing a stringed musical instrument, set upon a tapered pedestal inscribed with the word Mignon.
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French 19th-century alabaster busts are characterized by soft, translucent stone carving, classical or romantic subject matter, and realistic drapery and hair details. Sculptors during this era often depicted literary, musical, or allegorical themes mounted on inscribed pedestal bases.

Sculptors used fine-grained blocks of alabaster, a form of gypsum or calcite prized for its translucency and ease of carving compared to marble. Hand chisels, rasps, and fine abrasives were utilized to create subtle contours and smooth surface finishes.

Authentic pieces feature signs of hand carving, subtle natural vein variations in the stone, and honest age-related patination or minor surface wear. They frequently bear artist signatures chiselled near the base along with cast or carved title inscriptions.

Designers position alabaster busts on sideboards, mantelpieces, or bookshelves where directional light highlights the stones translucency. The neutral tone of the carved stone pairs well with dark timber cabinetry, polished brass accessories, or modern minimalist backdrop settings.

Dust alabaster regularly using a dry, soft-bristled brush or clean microfibre cloth. Avoid using water or liquid chemical cleaners, as alabaster is slightly water-soluble and porous, which can result in surface staining or dulling of the original polished finish.
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