Antique French Terracotta Bust of Marie Antoinette

GBP 2,975.00

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Object Description

An early 20th century antique French terracotta bust of Marie Antoinette, Queen Consort of France (1775-1792), on an associated white marble socle. This beautiful sculpture exudes elegance and femininity, Antoinette’s soft features captured in delicate detail.

Known for her opulent lifestyle, she is carved wearing a luxurious dress of layered frills over her shoulders with her hair extravagantly styled in large curling loops and decorated with a flower headdress.

If looking to add beauty and history to your home, this bust is the perfect piece, offering a glimpse into the lavish affluence of 18th century royalty in France. The terracotta is indistinctly signed to the reverse.

Object Condition

Good structural condition. Traces of paint, more noticeable on the back. Light surface wear. No repairs. Small chips. Small firing cracks. Transports as 2 pieces: bust and socle.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:45 x H:69 x D:29 centimeters
  • period
    1900-1949
  • country
    France
  • year
    1910

Dealer Opening Times

We are open weekly as follows:

Monday
8.00 - 16.00
Tuesday
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Wednesday
8.00 - 16.00
Thursday
8.00 - 16.00
Friday
8.00 - 16:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Dealer Contact

Telephone
+44(0) 1981 541 155
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+44(0) 7786 916 288
Web
uk-heritage.co.uk
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Dealer Location

FROM THE M50 / ROSS-ON-WYE

At the end of the M50, take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50). Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles and take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, signed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

FROM A49 HEREFORD

Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow, there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 signed Wormelow / Monmouth. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

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