Lot Essay
The first figure in this lot is similar although not identical to E279.
Details
Two figures, one possibly representing Madame Vestris
the actress modelled standing with a book in one hand, her other hand at her bossom, her companion also with a book in one hand, his other hand raised in admonition, enriched in colours and gilt -- 5½in. (14cm.) high, 19th century (2)
the actress modelled standing with a book in one hand, her other hand at her bossom, her companion also with a book in one hand, his other hand raised in admonition, enriched in colours and gilt -- 5½in. (14cm.) high, 19th century (2)