07-12-201307-13-2013
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July 12, 2013 04:00 PMCalender
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Continental School, Possibly Affortunato Gory (Italian/French, fl. 1895-1925) Bronze Bust of a Young Gentleman

Sell one like this
$600$500
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2663BLocation: BostonDate / Time: July 13, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

Continental School, Possibly Affortunato Gory (Italian/French, fl. 1895-1925)

Bronze Bust of a Young Gentleman, cast with his hair tied behind his neck in a high collared shirt, signed to back shoulder "A. Gory," on a marble base, bronze ht. 15 1/2 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

Scattered light surface abrasions, discoloration to the face, small area of metal fatigue to one shoulder and area of darkening (possible repair) to the other. Marble in good condition with onlu very minor nicks to corners.


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Keywords

Continental School, metal fatigue