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A Bronze Bust of a Classical Woman late 19th/early 20th century
A Bronze Bust of a Classical Woman late 19th/early 20th century
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A Bronze Bust of a Classical Woman late 19th/early 20th century

On a marble base, apparently unsigned.



(H: 20 1/2, W: 14 in. (bust only), H: 28 in. (overall))

Provenance

The Charles J. McManus Jr. Collection.
Thence by descent.

Charles J. McManus Jr. (1922-2011) was noted interior designer and a passionate collector of antiques with a particular interest in the unusual and unexpected. As an interior designer, McManus worked on several important commissions in his birthplace of Philadelphia, including the Philadelphia Club and the Racquet Club of Philadelphia. He acquired pieces for his own collection during his extensive travels throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean, where he owned a former sugar plantation in Antigua. His style of entertainment was widely admired as he hosted elaborate parties in his home, the former French Consulate in Philadelphia. The New York Times Magazine detailed one such cocktail party, and McManus described his goal for his collection as: “creating a mood, a feeling of warmth and otherworldliness,” for others to enjoy.



The bronze with a stenciled '105' near base. The marble base with break and repair. Some areas of abrasions/discoloration to bronze surface - possibly from overcleaning. A faint '25' present on chest of figure, likely from previous labeling. Some verdegris and other natural signs age present. The bronze attaching to base with two nuts and bolts.

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A Bronze Bust of a Classical Woman late 19th/early 20th century

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000
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Starting Price $1,500
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Freeman's | Hindman

Freeman's | Hindman

Philadelphia, PA, United States45,843 Followers
Auction Curated By
Laura Sevelis
Head of Sale, British and European Furniture and Decorative Arts
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