AN ITALIAN CARVED GILTWOOD AND GESSO PORTRAIT BUST OF A LADY, EARLY 18TH CENTURY OR EARLIER

AN ITALIAN CARVED GILTWOOD AND GESSO PORTRAIT BUST OF A LADY EARLY 18TH CENTURY OR EARLIERClassical style robe with cartouche to centre inset with foiled glass37cm high, 25cm wide overallCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use.Various old splits and chips.The gilt is untouched and retains its original surface colour.Fragmentary losses to the gesso and some old repairs.Evidence of old worm throughout and below the gesso surface - to what extent it is not possible to conclude.The socle is possibly later associated.Please note the carved base seen in the photograph is not included in this lot.Please see additional images for reference to condition.Condition Report Disclaimer