The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Overall in good condition and ready to place. In two pieces, the bust rests on the socle and is connected by a metal pin, not secured together . The marble with scattered surface nicks and scratches, natural inclusions and veining, and minor 'nibbling' to edges. Some larger nicks and chips to the upper edge of the socle. The front left and right corners of the socle restored and with associated glue visible between the AU and through the S in the engraving. A minor area of abrasion and associated old fill above his right eye. The armor with a repaired crack to the back just below his neck with associated in-fill. The figure on the lower right front of the armor with a chipped loss to the arm. Some tiny flecks of red and white paint to his left shoulder and back of head, could be easily removed with cleaning. As noted, the black cylindrical associated. Ready to place.
39 in. (99 cm.) high, 24 in. (61 cm.) diameter, the pedestal
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