Alabaster Bust of Goethe in the style of Rauch

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Alabaster bust of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the renowned German poet, prose writer, and dramatist. Created in the early 20th … Read more Alabaster bust of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the renowned German poet, prose writer, and dramatist. Created in the early 20th century, based on the original sculpture by Christian Daniel Rauch (1777–1857). An illegible signature appears at the lower right beside the ‘GOETHE’ inscription. Exceptionally finely carved piece. A distinguished decorative accent for a writing desk or bookshelf. In condition consistent with its age. Dimensions: 23 × 16 × 8 cm. See less