Lot Essay
The form, portrayal of the eyes, nose and mouth, and the technique of carving the hair are similar to Bosio's portrayal of Napoleon II (1811-1832) in the Hotel de Ville, Ajaccio.
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CIRCLE OF BARON FRANCOIS-JOSEPH BOSIO (1768-1845), EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Details
A MARBLE BUST OF A YOUNG BOY
CIRCLE OF BARON FRANCOIS-JOSEPH BOSIO (1768-1845), EARLY 19TH CENTURY
On a circular marble socle
17 ¼ in. (43.8 cm.) high, overall
CIRCLE OF BARON FRANCOIS-JOSEPH BOSIO (1768-1845), EARLY 19TH CENTURY
On a circular marble socle
17 ¼ in. (43.8 cm.) high, overall
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