Antique Portrait Bust, English, Plaster Head, Francis Derwent Wood, Circa 1920
Stock no. 18.8222
Delivery price for this piece
| UK mainland | Free |
|---|---|
| Europe | £34.80 |
| USA, Canada & Mexico | £54 |
| Rest of the world | £91.20 |
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Our Stock # 18.8222
This is an antique portrait bust. An English, plaster head, signed by Francis Derwent Wood (1871-1926), dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Francis Derwent Wood RA was a British sculptor. Elected to the Royal Academy in London in 1920, he also held a position as head of sculpture at the Royal College of Art between 1918 and 1923.
- Fascinating bust, personalised by a renowned British sculptor
- Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
- Quality plaster form with lightly glossed finish over caramel hues
- A rambunctious self portrait of the artist in his latter years, with overt character
- Personal inscription to front reads 'To R.E.K. from Derwent Wood' - signed to rear also
This is a fascinating antique portrait bust, gifted from the sculptor to the inscribed recipient. Highly distinctive and of copious charm. Delivered polished and ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 10cm (4'')
Max Depth: 12.5cm (5'')
Max Height: 24cm (9.5'')