I agree, this said 1980s to me.
You're right about that. I gave it a run through photoshop for you. [ATTACH] I can find similar but not exact, which ups the chances of it being...
Thirded for removal. Those acidic mats need to be replaced badly, and no original piece should have Masonite as backing.
That looks like costume definitely so send it to me to dispose of. :D:D:D:angelic: What an amazing find!! I'm very jealous. I looove the snakes,...
Is the stone gray or some other color in person? It's a lovely combo. Is Venus the only gal that gets the little poof of hair on the front like that?
My newest gal, a 2" hardstone agate of Venus of Arles. The only mark is a "20" on the back. 2" high. I really enjoy that you can see the layers in...
I had an art history professor who once said it was interesting how artists would make all the figures in their art have the same ears they did...
Yes, and yes I thought they might be newer when I bought it (because of the fabric), but some of the half-doll collector articles said most were...
Things that make you happy are necessary. Beautiful and interesting to you things. :D
1 in and 1 out...? :playful: Mine's more like 20 in, 4 to sell maybe, 2 actually out...:hilarious:
Replica or real, I would have bought it because it is adorable!
I think it's just good habits to go through your things periodically and see what still speaks to you or works for your current life. Collect or...
Thought I'd add this one to this thread to keep the other cameos company. :p Wax portrait of Socrates or a possible 19th c. gentleman commission...
Going through the mountain of finds I've slowly picked up over the last few weeks (or more :nailbiting:)... German edition. Picked up this little...
Aww the conservation link is dead.
ADORABLE
There are lots of old threads here to help you learn what to look for, if you use the search function. Going to museums every chance you get also...
It's definitely at least the sun, but the positioning of her head is good design and I could see an artist using it as a halo. Her costume is so...
Seems like standard symbols of wisdom and learning to me. Chiron the centaur, an owl of Athena, a scroll. Ship could be a symbol of exploration,...
I have a library with 8 Ikea bookshelves....I think we know who would win. It wouldn't be uniform anymore but OH WELL. :hilarious:
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