Bust of Caesar - Roman emperor in white marble, painted red and green for the armor and laurel wreath on his head, on a green marble base.
This sculpture is by Marseilles artist Philippe Garbeille, whose career was atypical in that, after studying in Marseilles and Rome, he decided to settle in the United States, in New Orleans, in 1842.
Among his most important commissions were Saint Francis and the Virgin and Child (1846) for St. Louis Cathedral, as well as portraits of Zachary Taylor (1847), President James Knox Polk (1848) and Andrew Jackson (1848).
He died in New Orleans in 1853.
A few chips and knocks to the marble, wear.
Total height 68.5cm
57 x 37cm approx.
Weight 70.700kg
For this heavy piece, transport only by professionals, specialists in the transport of antiques.
Ref: I9UI3EMHMK
| Style | Rome and ancient Greece (Marble and Stone Sculptures of Rome and ancient Greece Style) |
| Period | 19th century (Marble and Stone Sculptures 19th century) |
| Country of origin | France |
| Artist | Philippe Garbeille |
| Width (cm) | 57 |
| Height (cm) | 68 |
| Depth (cm) | 37 |
| Materials | Marble |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days |
| Location | 13010, Marseille, France |
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