Carved Walnut Bust of Mary, Queen of Scots
19th century, the hand-carved bust inscribed "Maria Regina Scotorum", across the lower front base, and "En ma fin est mon commencement", across the lower back, one side inscribed "1542-1587", representing the dates of her birth and death.
h. 23-1/2", w. 15-3/4", d. 8-1/2"

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