A pair of carved white marble putti, possibly Italian 18th century

each holding a crest

In overall good condition with minor marks, dents and scratches. Some larger veins visible at the surface, related smaller losses. Smaller chips to the extremities, including nose and part of the shield of the left putto (see image). the other with large chip to the garland. Each plinth with cut-out area to the reverse. Both wanting original probably flower baskets on their heads. The right with cut-out area at the proper left arm. Slight sugaring to the surface.
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