Life-Size Bronze Portrait Busts of Hispano-Roman Emperors
Rafael Cidoncha, Spanish, b.1952 A.D. Four portrait bronze busts of Hispano-Roman emperors by Rafael Cidoncha, comprising Trajan, Hadrian, Theodosius and Arcadius, each signed 'R.C.' 191.45 kg total, 85-89 cm including stand (33 1/2 - 35 in.). Acquired Christie's 13 July 2016, lot 122, for £42,500 hammer. From an important Paris gallery, France. Ex private Paris collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no. 11548-195312. [4]