Antique French Carved White Alabaster 6.5" Sculpture, Bust of Young Woman King Louis XVI An aged patina with highlights

An aged patina with highlights in gold

Proper French marks for 18k gold and fine sterling silver are on utensils

One can speculate that perhaps the hair is that of a lost child or young wife

"daguerreotype"

nor the 16k gold backing

Antique French Carved White Alabaster 6.5" Sculpture, Bust of Young Woman King Louis XVI An aged patina with highlightsCharming antique French Victorian or Napoleon III era carved white alabaster 6. 5" tall bust of a young woman, eyes closed or cast downward in a somber pose. This refined sculptural piece captures the delicate neoclassical aesthetic of 19th century French craftsmanship, with finely detailed facial features and smooth alabaster finish. A distinguished addition to any collection of period decorative arts or classical home dcor. Very good condition. Some