Details
- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 8ʺD × 18ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- This bisque bust is very good original condition. It shows only signs of wear consistent with age and use, including … moreThis bisque bust is very good original condition. It shows only signs of wear consistent with age and use, including some surface dirt. less
- Description
- White bisque bust of 13 year old Joseph Barra by Sèvres, 1886. Barra was deemed a revolutionary hero in the … more White bisque bust of 13 year old Joseph Barra by Sèvres, 1886. Barra was deemed a revolutionary hero in the late 18th century during the conflict between the Monarchists and the Revolutionaries representing the embattled people. He was thought to have refused to embrace the Monarchists, which earned him death. The truth was he trying to hold on to two Revolutionary horses against Monarchists brigands. The base is glazed porcelain. less
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