Sale 5201
London, South Kensington
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27 November 2007
Price realised
GBP 6,000
Estimate
A CARVED MARBLE BUST OF CAESAR 18TH CENTURY In two sections, mounted on an ebonised pedestal The bust - 25in. (63.5cm.) high; 69in. (175cm.) high overall
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