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Live Auction

Fine European Furniture, Decorations and Fine Art

Thu, Oct 21, 2021 11:00AM EDT
Lot 610

Italian Carved Marble Bust of Augustus Caesar 

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Carved with a bas relief chariot breast plate, raised on a marble socle.

24 1/2 x 14 x 6 3/4 in. diam.

Note: The original model of this bust was discovered on April 20, 1863 in Villa Liva, Prima Porta near Rome.

Condition

In good overall condition with minor scuffing on top of the armor on the reverse. Minor nicks along the edges of the bust and base. Nicely carved. Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.