Head of a Classical Youth, with curled hair. Looking to the side. Masterly sculp…

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Head of a Classical Youth, with curled hair. Looking to the side. Masterly sculpted. Terracotta or similar material probably ancient on later iron stand. Total high 26 cm.

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Head of a Classical Youth, with curled hair. Looking to the side. Masterly sculpted. Terracotta or similar material probably ancient on later iron stand. Total high 26 cm.

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