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Sat, Aug 1, 2020 01:00AM EDT
Lot 6

Classical White Marble Bust of Artemis

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A finely carved white marble bust in classical style, likely a depiction of the goddess Artemis in the tradition of Praxiteles, with lips slightly parted. Offered atop a faux-porphyry display pedestal with white marble top.

The bust measures 23" x 14 1/2" x 10", and the display pedestal measures 40" x 14".

Provenance: The collection of Shirley Bush Helzberg.

Condition

The back of the bust's base has a chip near where the bust attaches to the stand.