Vintage Death Mask, English, Bronze, Memento Mori, 20th Century, Circa 1960 Stick Umbrella Some marks to podium base

Some marks to podium base — commensurate with age

101 Wardour Street

Twin adjustable shelves to each section

Empire revival wall mirror in walnut with ormolu decoration dating to the turn of the 20th century

An eye-catching brass link supports the cabinet door when opened

Vintage Death Mask, English, Bronze, Memento Mori, 20th Century, Circa 1960 Stick Umbrella Some marks to podium baseOur Stock # 18. 6721 This is a vintage death mask. An English, bronze cast memento mori, dating to the 20th century, circa 1960. Fascinating later example of the popular Victorian practice Displays a desirable aged patina Superb copper colouration to the cast bronze finish Pleasingly heavy at 2. 1kg (4. 6lb) Solid rear bar for wall hanging This is a truly endearing vintage death mask, with great colour and appealingly lugubrious facial expression.