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Substantially Sized Early 19th Century Plaster Library Bust

19th century
Sold 21 July 2025 · Whites Antiques
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Substantially Sized Early 19th Century Plaster Library Bust

• English early 19th Century Circa 1800-1830

• Fashionable Georgian Style favoured by statesmen and artists

• Substantial size

• H: 71cm (28") W: 50cm (19.7") D: 32cm (12.6")

Early 19th Century circa 1800-1830 English studio sculpted Library Plaster Bust of an unknown and remarkably handsome gentleman showing a fine aquiline nose, perfect mouth and rugged jawline. He is in the fashionable Georgian style favoured by statesmen and artists during the late eighteenth early nineteenth century when they chose to pose as Greco/Roman historical figures.

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Date of Manufacture

Whites Antiques has dated this Antique Plaster Bust to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1115489
Dealers Internal Reference
AW073
Dealers Notes

We do not include delivery in our prices as this is dependent upon many factors such as whether it is mainland or overseas. The following options are available to you:-

• You can arrange your own collection from our address

• You can fill in the delivery request option

• You can email us for further information if there is more than one item

• Proovia Delivery offer a 2 man delivery system

Description
Substantially Sized Early 19th Century Plaster Library Bust

• English early 19th Century Circa 1800-1830

• Fashionable Georgian Style favoured by statesmen and artists

• Substantial size

• H: 71cm (28") W: 50cm (19.7") D: 32cm (12.6")

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Early 19th Century circa 1800-1830 English studio sculpted Library Plaster Bust of an unknown and remarkably handsome gentleman showing a fine aquiline nose, perfect mouth and rugged jawline.
Whites Antiques

He is in the fashionable Georgian style favoured by statesmen and artists during the late eighteenth early nineteenth century when they chose to pose as Greco/Roman historical figures.

fig 1. An early 19th-century white plaster portrait bust of a male figure wearing classical drapery, mounted on a round pedestal base.
fig 1. Substantially Sized Early 19th Century Plaster Library Bust

For a complete assessment of the item's condition, we encourage you to carefully examine all the provided photos. These pictures are integral to the description and condition report of the item, providing crucial visual details about its appearance and quality.

fig 2. An early 19th-century white plaster portrait bust of a male figure wearing classical drapery, mounted on a round pedestal base.
fig 2. Substantially Sized Early 19th Century Plaster Library Bust

Purchasing any item online can sometimes be a bit of concern, rest assured we are an established and successful business and have many happy clients both in the trade and as private clients. We have a beautiful showroom in West Sussex and you are always welcome to visit to view any of our delightful items.

fig 3. An early 19th-century white plaster portrait bust of a male figure wearing classical drapery, mounted on a round pedestal base.
fig 3. Substantially Sized Early 19th Century Plaster Library Bust

We do not include delivery in our prices as this is dependent upon many factors such as whether it is mainland or overseas. The following options are available to you:-

• You can arrange your own collection from our address

• You can fill in the delivery request option

• You can email us for further information if there is more than one item

• Proovia Delivery offer a 2 man delivery system

Date of Manufacture

Whites Antiques has dated this Antique Plaster Bust to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1115489
Dealers Internal Ref
AW073
Whites Antiques
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Archive I An early 19th-century white plaster portrait bust of a male figure wearing classical drapery, mounted on a round pedestal base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II An early 19th-century white plaster portrait bust of a male figure wearing classical drapery, mounted on a round pedestal base. View II
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Arundel Road
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BN18 9PY
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An early 19th-century white plaster portrait bust of a male figure wearing classical drapery, mounted on a round pedestal base.
Substantially Sized Early 19th Century Plaster Library Bust
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An early 19th-century white plaster portrait bust of a male figure wearing classical drapery, mounted on a round pedestal base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialPlaster
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsClassical drapery, Chiselled facial features, Round socle base, Textured patination

FAQs

Plaster busts gained immense popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries as an accessible way for scholars and collectors to bring classical antiquity and portraiture into domestic spaces and libraries.

These pieces were typically cast using dried gypsum plaster poured into moulds taken from original sculpted works, often finished with a tinted wash or patina to simulate marble or stone.

Authentic period pieces often exhibit specific weight characteristics, natural ageing such as surface micro-craquelure, minor chips revealing older plaster layers beneath, and hand-finished detailing rather than modern injection-mould seams.

Placing a classical bust on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or console table introduces architectural weight, historical contrast, and a focal point that balances modern minimalist furniture.

Plaster is extremely porous and moisture-sensitive; it should be cleaned exclusively with a soft, dry brush or feather duster, avoiding all water, liquid solvents, and abrasive cleaners.
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