Two Classical Parian Portrait Busts

Description:

Two Classical Parian Portrait Busts, England, 19th century, depicting a man and a woman, each inscribed "Art Union of London 1861" and sculptor "Delpech," mounted atop waisted circular socles, approx. ht. 13 1/2 in.; mounted on white-painted bases.
Estimate $400-600

Woman: Bust appears to be glued to the socle. Each socle appear to be glued to the socle.


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