19th Century Sculptural Chestnut Planter

Description

Sculpture Chestnut, whose upper part is a Hex planter, a depth of 12 cm. His six sides all salient feature … more Sculpture Chestnut, whose upper part is a Hex planter, a depth of 12 cm. His six sides all salient feature various decorations, ranging from a duo of Children with Goats Mountains, through a flowery bouquet, a goose or a Rooster. The back is itself engraved name of the manufacturer of this work, "Lebreton Nantes," part of a banner.
This receptacle is kept balanced on the head of a woman with long hair the help of his left hand. It is slightly wearing a drape at the Antique leaving bare her shoulders, her right breast and legs. It is backed by what amounts to a tree stump.
The feet of the character based on a square base with molded tray overhangs and canted. The database itself is completed by a wide plinth.
Natural material will be appreciated in this sculpture, composed only of wood, and is waiting to receive your prettiest green plant.

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Period: Late nineteenth

Perfect condition after restoration in our workshop. Finishing only waxed. less