Two William Blake death masks, 19th century

Two William Blake death masks, 19th century, painted plaster, impressed 'A66 Pubd Aug 1 1823, 1 Deville 17 Strand London' (18cm wide, 22cm deep, 28.5cm high) (2)

Footnote:
'This was bought from the National Portrait Gallery in the 80s. Francis Bacon painted a similar one.'

Condition Report:
1) Small nibbles to the nose, left ear, top of the head, and edge of the socle. General wear and minor losses. 2) Nibbles to both ears, top of the head, and edge of the foot. One more noticeable chip to the underside of the foot rim. General wear and minor losses.

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