Bartolini Marble Bust of Louis Bonaparte
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Attrib. Bartolini Lorenzo Italian 1777-1850, white carrara marble bust of Louis Bonaparte, King of Holland 1778-1846 - unsigned. On a black marble socle. Accompanied by an original black and white photograph inscribed verso: 'Buste en marbre de Louis Napoleon Bonaparte comte de Saint - Leu-par Bartolini propriete de Mrs Royall Tyler [nee Elisina Palamidessi de Castelvecchio]. Also, a copy of notes from the historian Rene Puaux, mentioning the bust. Height 35 cm. Provenance: Count Louis de Castelvecchio 1826-1869; thence by direct descent to current owner - private collection, ACT.
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- Verso - Verso is the "back" side of a sheet of paper, art work, coin or medal. The front side is "recto".
- Carrara Marble - Carrara marble is a type of white or blue-grey marble quarried in the Carrara region of Tuscany, Italy. It is prized for its beauty, durability and the ease with which it can be worked. The marble has been used for thousands of years for sculptures and architectural details, and was particularly popular during the Renaissance period. Some of the most famous sculptures in the world, such as Michelangelo's David, were carved from Carrara marble. It is also widely used in the construction of buildings, floors, and countertops, both indoors and outdoors. This marble is known for its unique veining which gives it a distinctive look, and it's a popular choice for interior design, especially bathrooms and kitchens.
- Socle - The short plinth, usually cylindrical, that serves as a pedestal for a sculpture or vase
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