A collection of soapstone sculptures, 20th century,

Description

A collection of soapstone sculptures, 20th century,

to include a carving of flowering crysanthums and a bird perched on a rock, an oval carving of a village scene on a stand, another of a similar village scene, and one shaped as a vase, with carvings of vines and berries

The largest, 23cm high

4

Condition Report:

Some natural flaws to the soapstone. The oval plaque with a crack on the bottom of the plaque. The vase with heavy chipping around the rim. Marks and scratches to the surface throughout.

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A collection of soapstone sculptures, 20th century,

Lot 0248

Estimate £100-£150

Apr 20, 2026, 2:35 PM EDT

Starting Price

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£40

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Apr 14, 2026 1:00 PM EDT

Stansted Mountfitchet, ESSEX, United Kingdom

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