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19th C. Gilt Bronze Busts of Domitian And Nerva

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19th C. Gilt Bronze Busts of Domitian And Nerva

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19th century Grand Tour gilt bronze bust sculptures depicting the Roman emperors Domitian and Nerva; each bust on ormolu socle and cylindrical white marble pedestal, each pedestal inscribed with sitter's name and date of death (96 and 98 respectively), over tiered red stone and slate base. Overall: 8.25" H x 3.5" W x 2.25" D. Some small chips losses and cracks to stone pedestals and bases. Provenance: Removed from a private residence at the Pierre Hotel.

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19th C. Gilt Bronze Busts of Domitian And Nerva

Name: 19th C. Gilt Bronze Busts of Domitian And Nerva
SKU: 98077919
Price: 1400 USD
Availability: InStock

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