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An Antique Marble Bust

19th century
Sold 19 August 2024 · The Antique Partnership
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An antique weathered Carrara marble bust 19th century or possibly much earlier. Very heavy for its size. Mounted on an iron and cast iron museum presentation style base. Some minor damage to the figure's nose but otherwise just pitted and with traces of verdigris . Very well sculpted and in superb proportion retaining a serene comforting look.

42 cm high 18cm wide 21cm deep The base spread about 18.5cm

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Marble Bust to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Reference Numbers
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SA805772
Dealers Internal Reference
25010
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Description
An antique weathered Carrara marble bust 19th century or possibly much earlier. Very heavy for its size. Mounted on an iron and cast iron museum presentation style base. Some minor damage to the figure's nose but otherwise just pitted and with traces of verdigris . Very well sculpted and in superb proportion retaining a serene comforting look.

42 cm high 18cm wide 21cm deep The base spread about 18.5cm

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Marble Bust to the 19th Century.

Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA805772
Dealers Internal Ref
25010
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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An antique carved marble head mounted on a slender metal tripod stand.
An antique marble bust
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialMarble, Iron, Stone
  • ColourGrey
  • MotifsCarved curls, Classical facial features, Metal tripod stand, Aged weathering
  • SizeH 42 cm (17 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

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Classical marble busts originated in ancient Greece and Rome, primarily used to honour civic leaders, philosophers, and deities, later experiencing a major revival during the Neoclassical period of the 18th and 19th centuries.

Traditional sculptures were hand-carved from solid blocks of quarried stone such as Carrara marble or limestone, often utilizing hand chisels, rasps, and drills before being finished with abrasive pumice and water for a smooth texture.

Authentic period pieces typically exhibit natural weathering, micro-abrasions, patination consistent with age, and hand-carved chisel marks rather than the uniform machine tooling found in modern reproductions.

Placing a classical sculpture on a minimalist surface, such as a dark timber sideboard or a stone mantelpiece, creates a striking juxtaposition between historical gravitas and contemporary design.

Marble should be dusted gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and kept away from acidic substances, harsh chemical cleaners, and direct sunlight to prevent staining and surface degradation.
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