A Royal Copenhagen mid 19th century biscuit porcelain statuette of the sculptor Bertel Thorwaldsen (Danish, 1770-1844)

Standing beside a Greek style statue, stamped 'ENERET' and 'G' with three blue strokes, 34cm high - Sold for £240 plus Premium and tax

Note : This model is after the sculptor's self portait of 1822, a bronze copy of which stands in Central Park, New York, near the East 97 Street entrance.
The hammer and chisel on this piece were restored by John Larsson, V & A Conservation Department.

Bonhams. Early European Works of Art and Sculpture, including The Avery Collection, Knightsbridge Furniture, Carpets and Rugs, 11 Dec 2007. Knightsbridge