1920s Antique English Portrait Bust by Francis Derwent Wood

Description

This is an antique portrait bust. An English, plaster head, signed by Francis Derwent Wood (1871-1926), dating to the early … more This is an antique portrait bust. An English, plaster head, signed by Francis Derwent Wood (1871-1926), dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Francis Derwent Wood RA was a British sculptor. Elected to the Royal Academy in London in 1920, he also held a position as head of sculpture at the Royal College of Art between 1918 and 1923.

Fascinating bust, personalised by a renowned British sculptor
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Quality plaster form with lightly glossed finish over caramel hues
A rambunctious self portrait of the artist in his latter years, with overt character
Personal inscription to front reads 'To R.E.K. from Derwent Wood' - signed to rear also

This is a fascinating antique portrait bust, gifted from the sculptor to the inscribed recipient. Highly distinctive and of copious charm. Delivered polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 10cm (4'')
Max Depth: 12.5cm (5'')
Max Height: 24cm (9.5'') less