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Antique Portrait Bust, English, Plaster Head, Francis Derwent Wood, Circa 1920
$1,430.88
£1,039
€1,215.34
CA$1,957.37
A$2,130.22
CHF 1,129.23
MX$25,628.17
NOK 14,322.23
SEK 13,103.84
DKK 9,079.50
About the Item
This is an antique portrait bust. An English, plaster head, signed by Francis Derwent Wood (1871-1926), dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Francis Derwent Wood RA was a British sculptor. Elected to the Royal Academy in London in 1920, he also held a position as head of sculpture at the Royal College of Art between 1918 and 1923.
Fascinating bust, personalised by a renowned British sculptor
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Quality plaster form with lightly glossed finish over caramel hues
A rambunctious self portrait of the artist in his latter years, with overt character
Personal inscription to front reads 'To R.E.K. from Derwent Wood' - signed to rear also
This is a fascinating antique portrait bust, gifted from the sculptor to the inscribed recipient. Highly distinctive and of copious charm. Delivered polished and ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max width: 10cm (4'')
Max depth: 12.5cm (5'')
Max height: 24cm (9.5'').
- Dimensions:Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.82221stDibs: LU2645327781152
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