Lot Essay
Another example of the present bronze was sold Sotheby's London, 12 December 1985, lot 135. A third example, formerly in the collection of Prince Nicolas of Romania, was attributed to Vincenzo Danti.
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FRENCH OR ITALIAN, LATE 16TH OR EARLY 17TH CENTURY
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A BRONZE FIGURE OF CLEOPATRA
FRENCH OR ITALIAN, LATE 16TH OR EARLY 17TH CENTURY
On an integrally cast rectangular plinth and later moulded gilt-bronze base; the back of the head-rest inscribed 'M a'; dark brown patina with medium brown high points
11 in. (28 cm.) long; 12 1/8 in. (30.7 cm.) long, overall
FRENCH OR ITALIAN, LATE 16TH OR EARLY 17TH CENTURY
On an integrally cast rectangular plinth and later moulded gilt-bronze base; the back of the head-rest inscribed 'M a'; dark brown patina with medium brown high points
11 in. (28 cm.) long; 12 1/8 in. (30.7 cm.) long, overall
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