Vintage Weathered Stone William Shakespeare Portrait Bust on Pedestal Set

Celebrate Britain’s greatest literary heritage with this characterful mid-20th-century reconstituted stone portrait bust of William Shakespeare. Beautifully cast after Peter Scheemakers' famous 1740 monument in Westminster Abbey’s Poets' Corner, the Bard is instantly recognizable by his iconic features, traditional high-collared doublet, and draped cloak. The bust comes complete with its matching classical stone pedestal column, featuring decorative vertical patterns and a sturdy square plinth base. Both pieces have spent decades outdoors, allowing nature to create a premier weathered patina. The surfaces are richly covered in natural grey stone mottling and flourishing rings of golden lichen, eliminating the stark white appearance of modern reproductions. A highly sophisticated focal point for a formal lawn, library terrace, cottage garden walkway, or walled courtyard. * Material: Heavy Reconstituted / Composition Stone * Era: Mid-20th Century (Circa 1960s–1980s) * Condition: Excellent vintage structural condition. Crisp facial and clothing moldings with no major breaks or structural cracks. Deeply weathered outdoor patina. * Includes: Shakespeare Portrait Bust & Matching Pedestal Column. . 48"high (including plinth)