Bust of Robert Raikes

£345.00

An exceptionally rare bust of Robert Raikes (1735 - 1811). Raikes was an Anglican philanthropist and an early promoter of Sunday Schools. The bust’s dedication incorrectly states that he founded the Sunday School.

This bust is in excellent condition with only a couple of small nibbles to the back of the base.

Reference: Possibly unrecorded

Height: 4.5”

Date: c. 1835

Provenance: The Stephen Duckworth Collection

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An exceptionally rare bust of Robert Raikes (1735 - 1811). Raikes was an Anglican philanthropist and an early promoter of Sunday Schools. The bust’s dedication incorrectly states that he founded the Sunday School.

This bust is in excellent condition with only a couple of small nibbles to the back of the base.

Reference: Possibly unrecorded

Height: 4.5”

Date: c. 1835

Provenance: The Stephen Duckworth Collection

To request more information or to arrange overseas shipping, please contact us on sales@rowancottageantiques.com