{"product_id":"venus-de-milo-bust-in-alabastrine-with-original-tag","title":"Venus de Milo Bust in Alabastrine with Original Tag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA smaller study of a familiar form—Aphrodite, held in alabastrine composition and softened by time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstate found and retaining its original tag, this bust references the classical Venus de Milo, rendered here at a scale meant for closer interiors—dressing tables, shelves, or beneath glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface carries a warm, natural patina throughout, with gold-toned detailing at the hair and base. Subtle tonal variation and light age-related markings give the piece depth and presence, rather than a uniform finish. The underside remains marked, with visible remnants of a prior label, consistent with age and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a minor chip present along the base edge where the gold detailing has worn, along with a small chip to the arm tip and a darker mark to the back. Each is shown clearly in photographs and does not detract from the overall presentation. The piece stands securely and displays well from all angles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA piece that reads as classical at a distance, but becomes more personal the closer it’s placed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstate sourced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlabastrine (Oxylyte) composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal tag present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderside marked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounted on pedestal with gold tone trim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumbered 15\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage condition with expected wear from age and handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor chip along base edge (within gold-accented area)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall chip to arm tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark mark to back present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight discoloration, surface variation, and small imperfections throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderside shows prior sticker residue and marking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplays securely and remains structurally sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: approx. 5.75 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase diameter: approx. 2.25–2.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description and reflect the piece’s condition, tone, and detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop of Old","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44411325579399,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/9345\/6775\/files\/21F334EE-0F47-4FEA-A34E-42C87607BA77.png?v=1775397077","url":"https:\/\/shopofold.com\/products\/venus-de-milo-bust-in-alabastrine-with-original-tag","provider":"Shop of Old","version":"1.0","type":"link"}