Parian Bust of the Water Nymph Clytie

Description:

Parian Bust of the Water Nymph Clytie, second half 19th century, modeled partially draped and with leaf base, the original from Rome is in the Townley Collection, British Museum, ht. 17 in.
Estimate $400-600

Socle missing. No evidence of any cracks, chips or restorations.


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