Geble auction house in Radolfzell, on the shores of Lake Constance, has an intriguing work by the renowned French craftsman Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751- 1843) in its October 20 auction.
It is a half-portrait relief in terracotta and wax, signed and dated 1776 and housed in the original 7 x 6in (19x 15cm) wooden frame.