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An Italian Antique Statuary White Marble Female Bust BY G Focardi Florence
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A very well execute female bust in the late 19th century taste, by Florentine sculptor Giovanni Focardi ( signed and dated). Born in Florence and studied under Enrico Pazzi. He moved to London in 1875 ( explaining bust marked Florence not Firenze) and was a portrait sculptor. Focardi was commisioned by Pears soap to produce a piece which was then exhibited at the Paris Exhibition Universelle in 1878.
- Dimensions:Height: 23.23 in (59 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 8.67 in (22 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1893
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1071636265432
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