Blue John Bust of a Roman Emperor Gilt and Blue John Stand

Description

Heading : Blue John bust of a Roman Emperor with gilt metal and Blue John Stand
Date : 20th century
Origin : Most likely carved in Cornwall
Decoration : In the form of a Roman Emperor
Size :  Height 35.4cm. base 8.9cm x 8.9cm
Condition : Excellent – the piece missing behind his left ear is from manufacture and is simply due to the shape of the rock from which the piece was sculpted – light wear to base only

Restoration : None
Weight : 11170 grams

This is a truly remarkable piece of work. To find a Blue John bust of this size and quality is a rare thing indeed.

Records show that a quantity of Blue John was exported to southern Cornwall to be worked. The base and the mounting are clearly the work of a jeweller, or other skilled artisan.

The property of a deceased  internationally known Derbyshire collector.