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Large Mid-18th Century French Hand Carved Olive Wood Bust of A Bishop

$2,495
£1,900.78
€2,169.23
CA$3,506.07
A$3,820.99
CHF 2,023.38
MX$45,894.17
NOK 25,616.45
SEK 23,551.81
DKK 16,201.78

About the Item

This large mid eighteenth century French hand carved olive wood bust depicts a bishop clad in liturgical vestments. The bishop with full beard and curly hair wears a distinctive mitre ha,t and a cope (cape-like garment) is draped over his shoulder. The cope is detailed with stylized flowers and leaves. Standing at 16 inches in height with an 18 inch width, this impressive large scale bust is sure to make a statement. c. 1750.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Olive,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Mid-18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some evidence of former powder post beetle damage (visible in photos).
  • Seller Location:
    Fayetteville, AR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 25A5251stDibs: LU983247708142

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