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November 2003 Fine Art & Antiques Online Auction

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251. Decorative Bronze Philosopher

Bronze figure of a man posed in thought, dated apprx 1890. He sits on a four-legged stool with one hand up to his cheek, a thoughtful expression on his face. He wears a classical Roman garment and props his feet up on a trunk. Much attention has been paid to the details in the man's face as well as his garments. A rounded panel painting sits beneath the chair and he rests his right arm on a scroll. It is originally from a clock. Bronze has greenish-brown patina. Unsigned, this piece measures apprx 9" x 5".



500/700   Sold $546.25
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