A pair of unusual gold and green painted and gessoed pine models of sphinges
A pair of unusual gold and green painted and gessoed pine models of sphinges, early 19th century, possibly Italian, the recumbent figures modelled with serene visages and tied hair, on stepped and spreading rectangular bases, 14cm high, the bases 17cm x 11cmCondition Report: Chips and losses to the gesso and paint overall, old restorations to each head showing old adhesive residue.Condition Report Disclaimer
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A pair of unusual gold and green painted and gessoed pine models of sphinges, early 19th century, possibly Italian, the recumbent figures modelled with serene visages and tied hair, on stepped and spreading rectangular bases, 14cm high, the bases 17cm x 11cmCondition Report: Chips and losses to the gesso and paint overall, old restorations to each head showing old adhesive residue.Condition Report Disclaimer