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Lot 1143
A Continental Carved Putto Wall Applique
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late 19th century, carved wood with gesso, polychrome and gilt decoration, carved as a fully formed winged putto head with scroll and shell motifs, unsigned.

14 x 21 x 6 1/4 in.

From the Collection of the late Michael Joyce and Archie Carter III, Greensboro, North Carolina
Proceeds to Benefit Greensboro Urban Ministry

Scattered paint and gilt losses; some stable age cracks; lower right scroll form with crack and glued repair.