Italian or Flemish, 17th century

Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few nicks and some small casting flaws, such as lacunae. Two of the fingers of the proper left hand are lost and some of the fingers on the proper right hand are bent slightly with a few lacunae.There is a slightly visible casting flaw running through the base, visible at the back. There is rubbing to some of the high points.
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