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Jean-Baptiste NINI (1717–1786)
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12
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Jean-Baptiste NINI (1717–1786)
See original version (French)
Estimate €300 - €400
Voluntary lot
Description
Jean-Baptiste NINI (1717–1786)
A pair of terracotta medallions depicting Catherine II and Marie Antoinette.
Two circular medallions in moulded terracotta, with a bas-relief profile.
The first depicts a profile portrait of Empress Catherine II of Russia, encircled by the Cyrillic inscription ‘By the grace of God, Catherine II…’ and adorned with the imperial crown in her hairstyle as well as the ribbon of the Order of St Andrew.
The second depicts a profile of Queen Marie Antoinette of France, wearing her ‘Dauphine’ hairstyle with plaits and hair rolls, and dressed in an embroidered bustier.
The artist’s signature is inscribed directly into the clay.
18th century.
Diameter: 13.5 cm and 13 cm.
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Ref. : 0028490 - 12
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