Lot 471
  • 471

Pierre Le Faguays (1892 - 1962)

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 'Message of Love'
  • base with artist's name
  • 78cm. high;
  • 30 3/4 in.
gilt bronze, the figure standing on her toes holding a dove aloft, on a black and white veined marble base

Condition

A large and attractive model. Gilding with small blemishes. Some small nicks to base. Dove of slightly darker patina. Old marks and scratched commensurate with age and use. Of good overall condition.
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