Bust of George Frideric Handel

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Sculpture. Bust of George Frideric Handel (1685-1759). Uncertain maker. Bronze, cast and chased, height, whole, 29.5 cm, width, whole, 27.8 cm, circa 1730- 1760. Probably, England, London. In situ shot. Sits on top of M.1-1902 Handel Bookcase.

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Accession Number: M.1-1977
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Captured: 2010:11:10 10:39:03

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