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Emperor Vespasian (from the Twelve Caesars series), Venetian School 17th century
Oval bronze plaque, with dark brown patina, 108.5 x 85.2 mm.
Bibl. Rossi F. coll. Scaglia 2011, pp 458, plates 118; Rossi 1974, n 141; Jestaz – Franco 1997, n 103 type.
Head of Vespasian, laureate to the left. Below the bust VESPA. AVG. Dotted background. Frame with trophies, weapons and masks.
Beautiful contemporary casting with burin-chiseled details.Bibl. Rossi F. coll. Scaglia 2011, pp 458, plates 118; Rossi 1974, n 141; Jestaz – Franco 1997, n 103 type.
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Placquettes, Medals, Sculptures and Ceramics from the 14th to the 19th century
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