Sale 7529
London, South Kensington
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20 March 1997
Price realised
GBP 2,300
Estimate
A Sèvres white biscuit figure of Voltaire after an engraving by Houdon, seated in a chair, wearing flowing robes, on a titled rectangular base, impressed HOUDON FECIT 1781 REDUCTION SAUVAGE, impressed mark to reverse and incised G.B., early 20th century (minor damages) -- 63cm. high See illustration
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