Lot 160 , Alexandre Kelety (1918-1940). A bronze bust of Mermoz The Aviator, length 15in. height 8in., with black marble plinth

Alexandre Kelety (1918-1940). A bronze bust of Mermoz The Aviator, signed with foundry stamp, length 15in. height 8in., with black marble plinth
Estimate £400-600

Bust itself is in good condition with only slight wear to the patination on the high points, the black marble base has a large chip to one corner and the figure has been unscrewed from this so that it can be turned around with the chip on the rear instead, there are a few other small splinter chips to the edges of the plinth.


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Sold for £750