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Lot 0305: ANTIQUE F BARBEDIENNE BRONZE BUST OF SHAKESPEARE

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An antique monumental French patinated bronze bust of William Shakespeare after Jean Antoine Houdon, French, 1741 to 1828. Manufactured by F. Barbedienne Foundry. Circa: 1870. Masterfully and realistically sculpted in solid bronze. Marked with an impressed stamp, Reduction Mecanique a Collas Brevete, and an F. Barbedienne Fondeur mark, on the backside, and numbered, 65, on the bottom. Jean Antoine Houdon is known for Neo classical portrait bust and statue sculpture. Antique and Vintage Bronze Busts, Sculptures, Figures, Statues, Home Decor, Interior Design, and Collectibles.

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Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
H 7 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate.

Estimate $100.00-$150.00

Winning Bid $900.00