Lot 59: * A Copeland Parian figure of 'Beatrice', c. 1880,

* A Copeland Parian figure of 'Beatrice', c. 1880, classical style maiden with a gilt star on her forehead and exquisite gilt and red decoration to the neckline and hem of her gown, on integral circular base with impressed marks 'Beatrice', 'Copeland' and 'Edgar Papworth SC. Pub March 1804 Copyright Reserved' and date mark for 1880 (left thumb repaired), 21.25ins (54cm) high. The original statue by E.G. Papworth Jr. was exhibited in 1860. Beatrice was the love of Dante's life and he wrote a great deal about her in his poetry, even though she died at the age of 24. The pair to this figure is 'Maidenhood'. (1)

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