Antique terracotta/terracotta bust representing Madame du Barry, after the marble bust preserved in the Louvre by Augustin Pajou (1730-1804).
Signed on the back.
In good condition, some wear and small damage to the back, as well as a slight chip on the foot.
Beautiful patina and traces of gilding on the terracotta foot.
See the last photo of the plaster bust preserved at the V&A in London.
Dim: 46 x 31 x 17 cm / Weight: circa 4,1 kg