Lot Essay
Another example of this bronze was sold from the distinguished collection of Major-General Sir George Burns at North Mymms Park, Hatfield, Hertfordshire; Christie's, 24-26 September, 1979, lot 15 (¨1,100).
THE PROPERTY OF A LADY
A GILT-BRONZE BUST OF A SOLDIER
Details
A GILT-BRONZE BUST OF A SOLDIER
ITALIAN, LATE 16TH OR EARLY 17TH CENTURY
On a circular gilt-bronze socle and an associated red marble pedestal. Some wear to gilding.
3¼in. (8.2cm.) high, the bust
8¼in. (21.1cm.) high, overall
ITALIAN, LATE 16TH OR EARLY 17TH CENTURY
On a circular gilt-bronze socle and an associated red marble pedestal. Some wear to gilding.
3¼in. (8.2cm.) high, the bust
8¼in. (21.1cm.) high, overall
Provenance