Furniture, Works of Art and Clocks - 09 Jan 2019
After E. W. Wyon (1811-1855). A 19th century bronze bust of George Parker Bidder
After E. W. Wyon (1811-1855). A 19th century bronze bust of George Parker Bidder, wearing a toga, titled 'BIDDER', signed 'E.W. WYON. F. 1855', on an associated scagliola socle, 48.1cm high (overall).
George Parker Bidder (1806-1878) was an engineer and calculating prodigy. The original marble bust can be found in the National Portrait Gallery.