Charming plaster bust with a bronze-like patina, depicting Louise-Marie d’Orléans (1812-1850), the first Queen of the Belgians and wife of Leopold I.
This piece combines the queen's portrait with a moral allegory, featuring the inscription "FIERTÉ" (PRIDE) on the base.
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Period: late 19th – early 20th century
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Origin: Italy, molded signature on the reverse “Milano Réserve n°3”
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Material: dark brown patinated plaster, imitation bronze
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Dimensions: base: 23.5 cm X 10.5 cm, height 24 cm
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Condition: visible wear and small chips to the patina (especially on the nose and hair), consistent with age; no structural cracks.
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Special Feature: hollow interior, typical of decorative molded plaster busts.
An elegant decorative piece, both a historical souvenir and a moral symbol, ideal for a collection or to adorn an interior with Belle Époque charm.
Free delivery in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
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