A Decorative c.1900 Classical Plaster Portrait Bust of a Bearded Greek Philosopher

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A Decorative c.1900 Classical Plaster Portrait Bust of a Bearded Greek PhilosopherOrigin: English Period: Late Victorian Provenance: Unknown Date: c. 1900 Width: 14. 75 Height: 20. 5 Depth: 9 The well sized bust of a bearded Greek philosopher in the classical manner, survives from the late nineteenth century. The condition of the bust is pretty good throughout. There are no signs of restoration so he remains in nice un meddled with order with some pitting and knocks to the noses and two chunks missing to corner extremities, and

Height: 26 inches (at maximum)

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the original heavy plate glass is in excellent condition

turned stretcher and stem on circular draught turned base

with a band of trailing flowers and foliage to top and bottom

Circumference: 20 inches (at temple)

The bottom and top halves of the skull have at one stage been fixed together so they are married and cannot currently be separated

with brass escutcheon

The seventeenth century hide-upholstered joined walnut side chair

He is quite well worn overall but remains a real charm

Length: 145cms / 4