Terracotta, signed "HOUDON (177)8" on right shoulder, 19th century copy after the Louvre's marble original by Jean-Antoine Houdon (French, 1741 - 1828). Bust on turned wooden base.

15.5" x 13.5" without base

Paint loss and chipping.

For a similar example see Christie's Sale 5058 Lot 405; A western North Carolina collection.

$6,000 - 8,000