Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2566BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 15, 2011 10:00AM
Description:
Emma Stebbins (New York, 1815-1882)
Carrara Marble Bust of Antonius as Dionysius,
mounted atop a waisted circular socle, inscribed sculptor, ht. 16 1/4 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
There is a 1/8 in. nick to front rim of bust and another on the back, under the inscription. The marble has scattered scuffs and pits. Hair, wreath, and face in good condition, with no chips or nicks. Socle may be replaced. Bust approx. ht. 13 in., socle ht. 4 in.