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Cuprum Reloaded. Bronzetti dal Medioevo all'800
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Small Bust of Minerva
Venice 16th-17th century
This fine bust depicts a woman in armour, likely Minerva.
In the Venetian area this kind of [..], Bronze, brown patina, Overall 11x8x6 cm Bronze 8,5x6x4,5 cm
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Small Bust of Minerva
Venice 16th-17th century
This fine bust depicts a woman in armour, likely Minerva.
In the Venetian area this kind of [..], Bronze, brown patina, Overall 11x8x6 cm Bronze 8,5x6x4,5 cm
52
Lantern in form of Satyr head
Neoclassical period Early 19th century
This small lantern repeats antique motifs taken up in the Renaissance era, in the wake of the rediscovery [..], Bronze, natural patina, traces of dark patina, 7,5x15x7,5 cm
52
Lantern in form of Satyr head
Neoclassical period Early 19th century
This small lantern repeats antique motifs taken up in the Renaissance era, in the wake of the rediscovery [..], Bronze, natural patina, traces of dark patina, 7,5x15x7,5 cm
54
Pair of Sphinxes
France Mid-19th century
Pair of sphinxes in Grand Tour style, probably France first half of the 19th century.
Tasteful [..], Bronze, patina, traces of gilding, 9x13x5 cm
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Pair of Sphinxes
France Mid-19th century
Pair of sphinxes in Grand Tour style, probably France first half of the 19th century.
Tasteful [..], Bronze, patina, traces of gilding, 9x13x5 cm
5
Prancing Horse
Veneto or Germany 16th-17th century
Thick, artificial, bituminous patina, with fine non-coeval onyx and gilt bronze base. For a collection. [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 23,5x14,5x9,5 cm Bronze 15,5x14,5x5,5 cm
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Prancing Horse
Veneto or Germany 16th-17th century
Thick, artificial, bituminous patina, with fine non-coeval onyx and gilt bronze base. For a collection. [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 23,5x14,5x9,5 cm Bronze 15,5x14,5x5,5 cm
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Bust of Jean Racine (1639-1699)
French school 18th-19th century
The portrait of the playwright Jean Racine, who, along with Moliere and Pierre Corneille, was one of the main [..], Bronze, dark brown patina with redish highlights on the neck, 22x15x12 cm
8
Bust of Jean Racine (1639-1699)
French school 18th-19th century
The portrait of the playwright Jean Racine, who, along with Moliere and Pierre Corneille, was one of the main [..], Bronze, dark brown patina with redish highlights on the neck, 22x15x12 cm
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Container with lid
Renaissance Revival Period 19th century
Fine bronze box with traces of external gilding. In the manner of Paduan Renaissance bronze work, decorated [..], Bronze with patina and traces of gilding, 12,5x11x11 cm
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Container with lid
Renaissance Revival Period 19th century
Fine bronze box with traces of external gilding. In the manner of Paduan Renaissance bronze work, decorated [..], Bronze with patina and traces of gilding, 12,5x11x11 cm
10
Christ standing
France? 18th-19th century
Fine gilt bronze sculpture depicting standing Christ in a large cloth.
Without characteristics [..], Gilt bronze, 25x13,5x9,5 cm
10
Christ standing
France? 18th-19th century
Fine gilt bronze sculpture depicting standing Christ in a large cloth.
Without characteristics [..], Gilt bronze, 25x13,5x9,5 cm
14
Two objects commemorating the Pontificate of Pope Benedict XV (1914-1922)
a) Francesco Parisi (Napoli, 1874- Roma, 1956) Piccolo busto di papa Benedetto XV Bronze, [..]
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Two objects commemorating the Pontificate of Pope Benedict XV (1914-1922)
a) Francesco Parisi (Napoli, 1874- Roma, 1956) Piccolo busto di papa Benedetto XV Bronze, [..]
19
Venus leaning against an amphora
Neoclassical Period Late 18th-early 19th century
This type of small bronze sculptures depicting Venus in balance on one foot, caught in the act of drying herself [..], Bronze, dark bronze artificial opaque patina, 18,5x7,5x7,5 cm
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Venus leaning against an amphora
Neoclassical Period Late 18th-early 19th century
This type of small bronze sculptures depicting Venus in balance on one foot, caught in the act of drying herself [..], Bronze, dark bronze artificial opaque patina, 18,5x7,5x7,5 cm
Wears
20
Massimiliano Soldani Benzi
(Montevarchi, 1656 - Montevarchi, 1740)
School of
Dancing Satyr
18th-19th century
The sculpture reproduces a famous marble from the 1st century AD that was part of the Medici collection (now [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of dark bronze patina, Overall 22x8,5x8 cm Bronze 19,5x8,5x7 cm
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Massimiliano Soldani Benzi
(Montevarchi, 1656 - Montevarchi, 1740)
School of
Dancing Satyr
18th-19th century
The sculpture reproduces a famous marble from the 1st century AD that was part of the Medici collection (now [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of dark bronze patina, Overall 22x8,5x8 cm Bronze 19,5x8,5x7 cm
21
Skater
France 18th-19th century
Delightful French-style bronze depicting a young boy in the act of putting on ice skates. This [..], Bronze, natural gold patina, traces of dark patina, 17x9,5x9 cm
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Skater
France 18th-19th century
Delightful French-style bronze depicting a young boy in the act of putting on ice skates. This [..], Bronze, natural gold patina, traces of dark patina, 17x9,5x9 cm
22
Kronos
Italy 18th century
The god Kronos is depicted in a standing position, holding with his right hand a scythe, symbol of life temporariness [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 16,5x12,5x9,5 cm Bronze 13,5x11,6x6,5 cm
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Kronos
Italy 18th century
The god Kronos is depicted in a standing position, holding with his right hand a scythe, symbol of life temporariness [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 16,5x12,5x9,5 cm Bronze 13,5x11,6x6,5 cm
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Bacchus
Venice Probably 17th century
A small figure of Bacchus or an allegory of autumn. Crowned with grapevines, he has a goat skin knotted over [..], Bronze, dark brown bituminous patina, Overall 15x6,5x5 cm Bronze 13,5x6,5x4,5 cm
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Bacchus
Venice Probably 17th century
A small figure of Bacchus or an allegory of autumn. Crowned with grapevines, he has a goat skin knotted over [..], Bronze, dark brown bituminous patina, Overall 15x6,5x5 cm Bronze 13,5x6,5x4,5 cm
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Girolamo Campagna
(Verona, 1549 - Venezia, 1625)
Sphere of
La Speranza
16th-17th century
Enchanting small bronze sculpture depicting an allegory of Hope, easily recognizable by the presence of an anchor, [..], Gilt bronze, 10x4,5x3 cm
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Girolamo Campagna
(Verona, 1549 - Venezia, 1625)
Sphere of
La Speranza
16th-17th century
Enchanting small bronze sculpture depicting an allegory of Hope, easily recognizable by the presence of an anchor, [..], Gilt bronze, 10x4,5x3 cm
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Blessing Bishop
18th-19th century
Statuette depicting a blessing bishop, difficult to be recognised as there are no symbols or other characterising [..], Silver-plated bronze, Overall 24,5x12x10 cm Bronze 17x12x6 cm
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Blessing Bishop
18th-19th century
Statuette depicting a blessing bishop, difficult to be recognised as there are no symbols or other characterising [..], Silver-plated bronze, Overall 24,5x12x10 cm Bronze 17x12x6 cm
39
Two Knight-form Candlesticks
Germany 19th century
Two candlesticks of German origin, refering to late medieval or Renaissance objects. As parallels see two candlestick [..], Bronze, patina, 18,5x13,5x9 cm
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Two Knight-form Candlesticks
Germany 19th century
Two candlesticks of German origin, refering to late medieval or Renaissance objects. As parallels see two candlestick [..], Bronze, patina, 18,5x13,5x9 cm
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Lion
Venice school Probably 17th century
Fine lion realised in detailed naturalistic manner, represented in an unusual position (maybe a part of a larger [..], Bronze, golden patina, 9,5x13x6 cm
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Lion
Venice school Probably 17th century
Fine lion realised in detailed naturalistic manner, represented in an unusual position (maybe a part of a larger [..], Bronze, golden patina, 9,5x13x6 cm
Tail missing
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Mortar
18th-19th century
Mortar with its original pestle. On the band curious decoration with dragons and sacks containing foundry tools [..], Bronze, patina, Mortar 10x12,5x12,5 cm Pestle 20,5 cm
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Mortar
18th-19th century
Mortar with its original pestle. On the band curious decoration with dragons and sacks containing foundry tools [..], Bronze, patina, Mortar 10x12,5x12,5 cm Pestle 20,5 cm
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Sophocles and Demosthenes
Neoclassical Period Early 19th century
Bronze reproductions of two classical statues preserved in the Lateran Museums in Rome and the Vatican Museum. [..], Bronze, brown patina, Bronze 12,5x5,5x4 cm
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Sophocles and Demosthenes
Neoclassical Period Early 19th century
Bronze reproductions of two classical statues preserved in the Lateran Museums in Rome and the Vatican Museum. [..], Bronze, brown patina, Bronze 12,5x5,5x4 cm
50
Pelican-shaped candlestick
Padua? 17th century
This curious candlestick repeats the composition of an oil lamp housed in the Bode Museum, Berlin: pelican’s [..], Bronze, brown patina, traces of dark brown patina, 9x15,5x7,5 cm
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Pelican-shaped candlestick
Padua? 17th century
This curious candlestick repeats the composition of an oil lamp housed in the Bode Museum, Berlin: pelican’s [..], Bronze, brown patina, traces of dark brown patina, 9x15,5x7,5 cm
51
Inkwell
Padua or Venice Probably 16th century
This small inkwell represents one of the simplest and oldest forms of its kind, called a pozzo . This desk [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 6x8,5x9 cm
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Inkwell
Padua or Venice Probably 16th century
This small inkwell represents one of the simplest and oldest forms of its kind, called a pozzo . This desk [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 6x8,5x9 cm
70
Eleven Mascarons
France 19th century
Amusing collection of mascarons in eclectic taste, probably made in the 19th century. Possibly decorations of [..], Brass and gilt brass, From 11x9 cm to 19x20 cm
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Eleven Mascarons
France 19th century
Amusing collection of mascarons in eclectic taste, probably made in the 19th century. Possibly decorations of [..], Brass and gilt brass, From 11x9 cm to 19x20 cm
71
Peretti Family Buckle
Probably 17th century
This rare antique clothing item was probably a buckle for a leather belt.
It is embossed with [..], Bronze, brown patina, 12x9x2 cm
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Peretti Family Buckle
Probably 17th century
This rare antique clothing item was probably a buckle for a leather belt.
It is embossed with [..], Bronze, brown patina, 12x9x2 cm
72
High-relief with Juno
18th-19th century
A fine decoration depicting Juno seated on an architectural element with a sceptre in hand and a peacock, one [..], Embossed and gilded brass, 17x9x1,5 cm
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High-relief with Juno
18th-19th century
A fine decoration depicting Juno seated on an architectural element with a sceptre in hand and a peacock, one [..], Embossed and gilded brass, 17x9x1,5 cm
74
Door knocker with Coat of Arms
18th century
Curious handle or door knocker decorated with a noble coat of arms. The family arms (three baskets divided by [..], Bronze, brown patina, 26,5x3,5x4 cm
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Door knocker with Coat of Arms
18th century
Curious handle or door knocker decorated with a noble coat of arms. The family arms (three baskets divided by [..], Bronze, brown patina, 26,5x3,5x4 cm
79
6 devotional bronze sculptures
Neoclassical School 18th-19th century
Group of six small bronzes depicting St. Peter and Paul, Christ, Christ and the Magdalene, St. Joseph and the [..], Gilt and silver-plated bronze, Average measures 14x4,5x3,5 cm
79
6 devotional bronze sculptures
Neoclassical School 18th-19th century
Group of six small bronzes depicting St. Peter and Paul, Christ, Christ and the Magdalene, St. Joseph and the [..], Gilt and silver-plated bronze, Average measures 14x4,5x3,5 cm
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Candlestick with satyr
Tuscany 16th-17th century
This small but complex composition represents a seated satyr holding a plant stem adapted to be a candle holder. [..], Bronze, dark bronze patina, 17,5x9x8,5 cm
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Candlestick with satyr
Tuscany 16th-17th century
This small but complex composition represents a seated satyr holding a plant stem adapted to be a candle holder. [..], Bronze, dark bronze patina, 17,5x9x8,5 cm
75
Tridacna Shell
Padua school Probably 17th century
This rare bronze was cast from a direct cast of a real shell.
In the Renaissance, castings [..], Bronze, patina, traces of gilding, 6,5x18,5x13,5 cm
75
Tridacna Shell
Padua school Probably 17th century
This rare bronze was cast from a direct cast of a real shell.
In the Renaissance, castings [..], Bronze, patina, traces of gilding, 6,5x18,5x13,5 cm
1
Antonio Pandiani
(1838 - 1928)
Workshop of
Venus Marina Inkwell
Milan 19th-20th century
Fine Renaissance-style bronze inkwell. The cup is supported by lion protomes resting on high volute feet. On [..], Bronze, dark patina, 26x15x15 cm
1
Antonio Pandiani
(1838 - 1928)
Workshop of
Venus Marina Inkwell
Milan 19th-20th century
Fine Renaissance-style bronze inkwell. The cup is supported by lion protomes resting on high volute feet. On [..], Bronze, dark patina, 26x15x15 cm
16
Niccolò Roccatagliata
(Genova, 1593 - Venezia, 1639)
School of
Pair of candlesticks
17th century
Fine pair of 17th-century gilt bronze candle holders with a base supported by three little satyrs. Seated on [..], Gilt bronze, 15,5x14x13 cm
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Niccolò Roccatagliata
(Genova, 1593 - Venezia, 1639)
School of
Pair of candlesticks
17th century
Fine pair of 17th-century gilt bronze candle holders with a base supported by three little satyrs. Seated on [..], Gilt bronze, 15,5x14x13 cm
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Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
School of
Narcissus
The artwork had long been attributed to Francesco da Sant'Agata, but recent scholarship has placed it among [..], Bronze, redish patina, Overall 30x7x8 cm Bronze 20x5x5,5 cm
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Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
School of
Narcissus
The artwork had long been attributed to Francesco da Sant'Agata, but recent scholarship has placed it among [..], Bronze, redish patina, Overall 30x7x8 cm Bronze 20x5x5,5 cm
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Venus Anadyomene with Cupid
Vento? 17th-18th century
The subject of this enchanting small bronze sculpture recalls the motif of the Anadyomene Aphrodite, that is [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, traces of gilding, Overall 26x8,2x7,2 cm Bronze 17,5x7x4,5 cm
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Venus Anadyomene with Cupid
Vento? 17th-18th century
The subject of this enchanting small bronze sculpture recalls the motif of the Anadyomene Aphrodite, that is [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, traces of gilding, Overall 26x8,2x7,2 cm Bronze 17,5x7x4,5 cm
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Pair of Armigers
Padua? Probably 17th-18th century
The two armigers recall in their spiral movement the Mars attributed to Gerolamo Campagna or Titian Aspetti. [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 19,5x5,5x4,5 cm Bronze 15,5x6,5x4,5 cm
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Pair of Armigers
Padua? Probably 17th-18th century
The two armigers recall in their spiral movement the Mars attributed to Gerolamo Campagna or Titian Aspetti. [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 19,5x5,5x4,5 cm Bronze 15,5x6,5x4,5 cm
Wears
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Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
School of
Cupid
Probably 17th century
This delightful sculpture derived from an invention of Barthelemy Prieur, the court sculptor of Henry IV and [..], Bronze, redish transparent patina, traces of artificial dark brown patina, with non coeval, gilt, ha, Overall 20x8x7 cm Bronze 11,5x8x9 cm
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Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
School of
Cupid
Probably 17th century
This delightful sculpture derived from an invention of Barthelemy Prieur, the court sculptor of Henry IV and [..], Bronze, redish transparent patina, traces of artificial dark brown patina, with non coeval, gilt, ha, Overall 20x8x7 cm Bronze 11,5x8x9 cm
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Candlestick
Venice 16th-17th century
Fine historiated candlestick with circular base. On the band three different grotesque masks joined by festoons. [..], Bronze, redish patina, 18,5x14x14 cm
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Candlestick
Venice 16th-17th century
Fine historiated candlestick with circular base. On the band three different grotesque masks joined by festoons. [..], Bronze, redish patina, 18,5x14x14 cm
30
Pair of Vases
France Late 18th century-early 19th
Fine pair of ornamental vases on green marble bases. The central bands reproduce decorative motifs wih playing [..], Gilded and silvered bronze, Overall 23,5x8x8 cm Bronzes 14x9,5x6,8 cm
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Pair of Vases
France Late 18th century-early 19th
Fine pair of ornamental vases on green marble bases. The central bands reproduce decorative motifs wih playing [..], Gilded and silvered bronze, Overall 23,5x8x8 cm Bronzes 14x9,5x6,8 cm
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Historiated cup
Probably 17th century
Curious bacellate bowl of ovoid form resting on octagonal plinth, mounted on a red jasper base. Each segment [..], Bronze, brown patina on jasper base, Overall 17x13x7 cm Bronze 10,5x13x7 cm
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Historiated cup
Probably 17th century
Curious bacellate bowl of ovoid form resting on octagonal plinth, mounted on a red jasper base. Each segment [..], Bronze, brown patina on jasper base, Overall 17x13x7 cm Bronze 10,5x13x7 cm
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Benedetto Boschetti
(Roma, 1820 - Roma, 1879)
Attributed to
Augustus of Prima Porta
The marble sculpture of Augustus of Prima Porta, now in the Vatican Museums in Rome, was excavated in 1863 from [..], Bronze, dark patina , 35x21x14 cm
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Benedetto Boschetti
(Roma, 1820 - Roma, 1879)
Attributed to
Augustus of Prima Porta
The marble sculpture of Augustus of Prima Porta, now in the Vatican Museums in Rome, was excavated in 1863 from [..], Bronze, dark patina , 35x21x14 cm
65
Equestrian portrait of Henry IV
French school 19th century
The sculpture depicts King Henry IV on the head of his army at the Battle of Ivry in 1590. Engraved on the base [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 27x24x10,5 cm
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Equestrian portrait of Henry IV
French school 19th century
The sculpture depicts King Henry IV on the head of his army at the Battle of Ivry in 1590. Engraved on the base [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 27x24x10,5 cm
67
Pierino da Vinci
(Vinci - Pisa, 1553)
Based on
Plaque depicting Sacra Conversazione
Anonymous Italian foundry 19th century
Large plaque made in bas-relief depicting the Madonna seated with Child on her lap with the John Baptist, St. [..], Bronze, dark patina, 41,5x28x3 cm
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Pierino da Vinci
(Vinci - Pisa, 1553)
Based on
Plaque depicting Sacra Conversazione
Anonymous Italian foundry 19th century
Large plaque made in bas-relief depicting the Madonna seated with Child on her lap with the John Baptist, St. [..], Bronze, dark patina, 41,5x28x3 cm
68
Plaque depicting Benvenuto Cellini
Italian manufacture 19th century
Large decorative plaque in high relief in Renaissance style, depicting the sculptor Benvenuto Cellini. The portrait [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 37x29x3 cm
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Plaque depicting Benvenuto Cellini
Italian manufacture 19th century
Large decorative plaque in high relief in Renaissance style, depicting the sculptor Benvenuto Cellini. The portrait [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 37x29x3 cm
32
Stefano Maderno
(Palestrina, 1576 - Roma, 1636)
in the way of
Hercules and Antaeus
This interesting small bronze derives from a famous composition by Stefano Maderno which terracotta model is [..], Bronze, redish patina, Tot. 22x10x7,5 cm Bronzo 12,5x6,5x5 cm
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Stefano Maderno
(Palestrina, 1576 - Roma, 1636)
in the way of
Hercules and Antaeus
This interesting small bronze derives from a famous composition by Stefano Maderno which terracotta model is [..], Bronze, redish patina, Tot. 22x10x7,5 cm Bronzo 12,5x6,5x5 cm
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Francesco Fanelli
(Firenze, 1577 - Paris, 1663)
School of
Prancing Horse
17th-18th century
This sculpture derives from the models of Francesco Fanelli, the Florentine artist who worked in Genoa and later [..], Bronze, with golden brown patina on traces of dark brown patina, some verdish patina, Overall 30,5x18x8,5 cm Bronze 17,5x18x6,5 cm
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Francesco Fanelli
(Firenze, 1577 - Paris, 1663)
School of
Prancing Horse
17th-18th century
This sculpture derives from the models of Francesco Fanelli, the Florentine artist who worked in Genoa and later [..], Bronze, with golden brown patina on traces of dark brown patina, some verdish patina, Overall 30,5x18x8,5 cm Bronze 17,5x18x6,5 cm
4
Pierre Legrosse II Legrosse Il Giovane
(Paris, 1666 - Roma, 1719)
Based on
Marsyas
18th-19th century
This fine composition depicts the satyr Marsyas bound to a tree trunk as he tries to free himself from Apollo’s [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, with a base in mixed marbles, Overall 28x10x10 cm Bronze 20x10x7,5 cm
4
Pierre Legrosse II Legrosse Il Giovane
(Paris, 1666 - Roma, 1719)
Based on
Marsyas
18th-19th century
This fine composition depicts the satyr Marsyas bound to a tree trunk as he tries to free himself from Apollo’s [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, with a base in mixed marbles, Overall 28x10x10 cm Bronze 20x10x7,5 cm
6
The Magdalena
Tuscan School Probably 17th century
This bronze piece should be considered together with the next lot, St. John the Evangelist, as part of a group, [..], Silver-plated bronze, now in patina, Overall 29x18x12 cm Bronze 25x16x9 cm
6
The Magdalena
Tuscan School Probably 17th century
This bronze piece should be considered together with the next lot, St. John the Evangelist, as part of a group, [..], Silver-plated bronze, now in patina, Overall 29x18x12 cm Bronze 25x16x9 cm
Missing a chalice in left hand?
7
St. John the Evangelist
Tuscan School? Probably 17th century
This fine sculpture should be considered in relation to the previous lot featuring the figure of Mary Magdalene. [..], Silver-plated bronze, now in patina, Overall 29x18x12 cm Bronze 25x18x10 cm
7
St. John the Evangelist
Tuscan School? Probably 17th century
This fine sculpture should be considered in relation to the previous lot featuring the figure of Mary Magdalene. [..], Silver-plated bronze, now in patina, Overall 29x18x12 cm Bronze 25x18x10 cm
31
Inkwell supported by Lions
16th-17th century?
This interesting object could be an inkwell or an liturgical instrument, such as an incense holder.
In [..], Bronze, patina, traces of gilding, onyx, 22x15x15 cm
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Inkwell supported by Lions
16th-17th century?
This interesting object could be an inkwell or an liturgical instrument, such as an incense holder.
In [..], Bronze, patina, traces of gilding, onyx, 22x15x15 cm
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Francesco Fanelli
(Firenze, 1577 - Paris, 1663)
School of
Cupid riding on a Dolphin
Probably 17th century
Cupid riding on a dolphin, holding a mace in his right hand while with his left hand he holds wide open mammal’s [..], Bronze, natural brown patina on dark coating, Overall 14,5x14,5x10 cm Bronze 11x10,5x8,5 cm
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Francesco Fanelli
(Firenze, 1577 - Paris, 1663)
School of
Cupid riding on a Dolphin
Probably 17th century
Cupid riding on a dolphin, holding a mace in his right hand while with his left hand he holds wide open mammal’s [..], Bronze, natural brown patina on dark coating, Overall 14,5x14,5x10 cm Bronze 11x10,5x8,5 cm
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Knight
Area Germanica Medieval Period?
The model of this crusader knight belongs to medieval Germanic culture. It is similar to aquamanilia and [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of dark brown patina, 22,5x15x6 cm
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Knight
Area Germanica Medieval Period?
The model of this crusader knight belongs to medieval Germanic culture. It is similar to aquamanilia and [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of dark brown patina, 22,5x15x6 cm
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St. George and the Dragon
Germanic Area 16th-17th century?
This St. George and the dragon is clearly of Nordic origin, most likely German, where it was a popular iconography, [..], Bronze, brown patina, 26x12x8,5 cm
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St. George and the Dragon
Germanic Area 16th-17th century?
This St. George and the dragon is clearly of Nordic origin, most likely German, where it was a popular iconography, [..], Bronze, brown patina, 26x12x8,5 cm
59
Portrait of Mirabeau
France 19th century
This bronze depicts Honore' Gabriel Riqueti, Count of Mirabeau (1748-1791), a leading figure of the Revolution, [..], Bronze, brown patina, 39x11,5x17 cm
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Portrait of Mirabeau
France 19th century
This bronze depicts Honore' Gabriel Riqueti, Count of Mirabeau (1748-1791), a leading figure of the Revolution, [..], Bronze, brown patina, 39x11,5x17 cm
61
Christ Crucified
Roman school 17th-18th century
This fascinating sculpture of Christ belongs to the Baroque genre and was developed in 17th century Rome, following [..], Bronze, silver-plated, 29x20x5,5 cm
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Christ Crucified
Roman school 17th-18th century
This fascinating sculpture of Christ belongs to the Baroque genre and was developed in 17th century Rome, following [..], Bronze, silver-plated, 29x20x5,5 cm
66
Tiberius
Italy Neoclassical Period 18th-19th century
Classic oval medallion depicting the profile of Roman emperor Tiberius (42 B.C.-37 A.D.). Certainly [..], Bronze,brown patina, traces of greenish patina, 47x38 cm
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Tiberius
Italy Neoclassical Period 18th-19th century
Classic oval medallion depicting the profile of Roman emperor Tiberius (42 B.C.-37 A.D.). Certainly [..], Bronze,brown patina, traces of greenish patina, 47x38 cm
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Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
School of
Dog scratching its ear
Probably 17th century
This charming bronze depicts a small dog scratching its ear, a subject after an engraving by the so-called "Master [..], Full bronze, red patina with traces of dark patina, 5,5x10x8,5 cm
78
Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
School of
Dog scratching its ear
Probably 17th century
This charming bronze depicts a small dog scratching its ear, a subject after an engraving by the so-called "Master [..], Full bronze, red patina with traces of dark patina, 5,5x10x8,5 cm
11
Emilien de Nieuwerkerke
(Paris, 1811 - Gattaiola, 1892)
Equestrian monument of William of Orange
Prince William I of Orange (Dillenburg 1533 - Delft 1584) was a prominent figure in the Dutch War of Independence [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, signed on the pedestal, 38x36,5x18,5 cm
11
Emilien de Nieuwerkerke
(Paris, 1811 - Gattaiola, 1892)
Equestrian monument of William of Orange
Prince William I of Orange (Dillenburg 1533 - Delft 1584) was a prominent figure in the Dutch War of Independence [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, signed on the pedestal, 38x36,5x18,5 cm
2
Rare pair of Armigers
Venetian workshop Probably 17th century
A rare pair of coat-of-arm holders that could be seen side by side over an ancient marble portal. This type [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 32x11x8 cm Bronzes 20x11x5 cm
2
Rare pair of Armigers
Venetian workshop Probably 17th century
A rare pair of coat-of-arm holders that could be seen side by side over an ancient marble portal. This type [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 32x11x8 cm Bronzes 20x11x5 cm
28
Giovan Francesco Susini
(Firenze, 1585 - Firenze, 1653)
School of
Bagpiper
The original bronze invention was attributed by Bode to Giambologna, but the Dhanens rejected this idea. According [..], Bronze, bronze patina, Overall 21,5x7x7 cm Bronze 15,5x6x4,5 cm
28
Giovan Francesco Susini
(Firenze, 1585 - Firenze, 1653)
School of
Bagpiper
The original bronze invention was attributed by Bode to Giambologna, but the Dhanens rejected this idea. According [..], Bronze, bronze patina, Overall 21,5x7x7 cm Bronze 15,5x6x4,5 cm
34
Amphora supported by Nereids
Venice 16th-17th century
The central body of this fine composition includes an amphora vase supported by three nereids separated by shells [..], Bronze, with redish patina and traces of dark brown patina, Overall 31,5x13,5x13,5 cm Bronze 27x10x8 cm
34
Amphora supported by Nereids
Venice 16th-17th century
The central body of this fine composition includes an amphora vase supported by three nereids separated by shells [..], Bronze, with redish patina and traces of dark brown patina, Overall 31,5x13,5x13,5 cm Bronze 27x10x8 cm
36
Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
Workshop of
Nereid riding on a Dolphin
17th century
Fine oil lamp with a Nereid riding on a dolphin. The physiognomy of the nymph follows the canons of female figures [..], Bronze, gold-redish patina with traces of dark brown patina, 17x15x6 cm
36
Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
Workshop of
Nereid riding on a Dolphin
17th century
Fine oil lamp with a Nereid riding on a dolphin. The physiognomy of the nymph follows the canons of female figures [..], Bronze, gold-redish patina with traces of dark brown patina, 17x15x6 cm
53
Pair of Lions
Venice or Nuremberg 16th-17th century
Fine pair of gilt bronze lions. The holes in their backs suggest that they were a support of a table coin cabinet [..], Gilt bronze, 9,5x13,5x10 cm
53
Pair of Lions
Venice or Nuremberg 16th-17th century
Fine pair of gilt bronze lions. The holes in their backs suggest that they were a support of a table coin cabinet [..], Gilt bronze, 9,5x13,5x10 cm
60
Venus Callipigia
after an archeological model, 18th-19th century
This original bronze was part of the 16th-century archaeological collection of the Farnese family in Rome (now [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 40x14x14 Bronze 32x10x9
60
Venus Callipigia
after an archeological model, 18th-19th century
This original bronze was part of the 16th-century archaeological collection of the Farnese family in Rome (now [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 40x14x14 Bronze 32x10x9
62
Jean de Boulogne detto Giambologna
(Douai, 1529 - Firenze, 1608)
in the way of
Antonio Susini
(1558 - 1624)
Attributed to
Christ
Probably 17th century
The catalogue of Crucifixes that came out of Giambologna's foundry. The stylistic innovations brought [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of dark brown patina, 23x20,5x5 cm
62
Jean de Boulogne detto Giambologna
(Douai, 1529 - Firenze, 1608)
in the way of
Antonio Susini
(1558 - 1624)
Attributed to
Christ
Probably 17th century
The catalogue of Crucifixes that came out of Giambologna's foundry. The stylistic innovations brought [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of dark brown patina, 23x20,5x5 cm
Small lack to the drapery's fringe
3
Francesco da Sant' Agata
(Padova - Padova)
School of
Niobe
Probably 17th century
The iconography of the bronze figurine refers to the myth of Niobe, the daughter of Tantalus, who was punished [..], Bronze, redish patina with some dark brown highlights, Overall 33x11x7 cm Bronze 26x11x7 cm
3
Francesco da Sant' Agata
(Padova - Padova)
School of
Niobe
Probably 17th century
The iconography of the bronze figurine refers to the myth of Niobe, the daughter of Tantalus, who was punished [..], Bronze, redish patina with some dark brown highlights, Overall 33x11x7 cm Bronze 26x11x7 cm
47
Meister Der Gansemannchens
Sphere of
Wayfarers
Nuremberg Probably 17th century
This pair of bronze statuettes depicts two wayfarers carrying on their shoulders baskets for goods transport. [..], Bronze, with brown natural patina and traces of dark brown patina, Left sculpture, overall 25,5x12x13 cm Bronze 21,5x10x11 cm Right sculpture, overall 26,5x12x13 cm Bronze 22x7,5x9 cm
47
Meister Der Gansemannchens
Sphere of
Wayfarers
Nuremberg Probably 17th century
This pair of bronze statuettes depicts two wayfarers carrying on their shoulders baskets for goods transport. [..], Bronze, with brown natural patina and traces of dark brown patina, Left sculpture, overall 25,5x12x13 cm Bronze 21,5x10x11 cm Right sculpture, overall 26,5x12x13 cm Bronze 22x7,5x9 cm
55
Inkwell with Satyr
Paduan school 16th-17th century
Inkwell with a chiseled central body supported by three crouched lions above a trefoil base supported by feet [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 23,5x23x20,5 cm
55
Inkwell with Satyr
Paduan school 16th-17th century
Inkwell with a chiseled central body supported by three crouched lions above a trefoil base supported by feet [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, 23,5x23x20,5 cm
One garland missing, minor casting defects
56
Nereid with Tridacna Valve
Nuremberg? Probably 16th-17th century
The bronze proposed here depicts a nereid riding on a dolphin and balancing on her head a valva of tridacna [..], Bronze, silver-plated, Overall 27,5x20x13,5 cm Bronze 15x11,5x8 cm
56
Nereid with Tridacna Valve
Nuremberg? Probably 16th-17th century
The bronze proposed here depicts a nereid riding on a dolphin and balancing on her head a valva of tridacna [..], Bronze, silver-plated, Overall 27,5x20x13,5 cm Bronze 15x11,5x8 cm
With non coeval base
80
Jean de Boulogne detto Giambologna
(Douai, 1529 - Firenze, 1608)
in the way of
Christ crucified
Probably 17th century
Giambologna devoted himself to the subject of the Christ crucified, pioneering a new canon in which proportion [..], Bronze, patina, 32x27x7 cm
80
Jean de Boulogne detto Giambologna
(Douai, 1529 - Firenze, 1608)
in the way of
Christ crucified
Probably 17th century
Giambologna devoted himself to the subject of the Christ crucified, pioneering a new canon in which proportion [..], Bronze, patina, 32x27x7 cm
12
Bartolomeo Bellano
(Padova - Padova)
Based on
David with the head of Goliath
Probably 17th century
The bronze statuette presented here depicts the young shepherd David in the moment immediately following his [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, traces of gilding, 25x10,5x10,5 cm
12
Bartolomeo Bellano
(Padova - Padova)
Based on
David with the head of Goliath
Probably 17th century
The bronze statuette presented here depicts the young shepherd David in the moment immediately following his [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, traces of gilding, 25x10,5x10,5 cm
63
Pietro Tacca
(Carrara, 1577 - Firenze, 1640)
School of
Christ
Probabilmente 17th century
The model for this beautiful Crucifix was attributed by Charles Avery to the school of Giambologna, in particular [..], Bronze, brown patina, traces of dark brown patina, 28,5x28,5x6 cm
63
Pietro Tacca
(Carrara, 1577 - Firenze, 1640)
School of
Christ
Probabilmente 17th century
The model for this beautiful Crucifix was attributed by Charles Avery to the school of Giambologna, in particular [..], Bronze, brown patina, traces of dark brown patina, 28,5x28,5x6 cm
64
Roman matron as Venus Pudica
Venice? 16th-17th century
This fascinating and rare bronze, depicts a Roman matron posed as Venus Pudica, with one hand on her breast [..], Bronze, patina, Overall 38,5x10x10 cm Bronze 30x9x5,5 cm
64
Roman matron as Venus Pudica
Venice? 16th-17th century
This fascinating and rare bronze, depicts a Roman matron posed as Venus Pudica, with one hand on her breast [..], Bronze, patina, Overall 38,5x10x10 cm Bronze 30x9x5,5 cm
69
St. Barbara
Anonymous late Baroque sculptor 18th century
A sculpture of considerable size, it depicts Saint Barbara amongst the tower, in which she was imprisoned by [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 69,5x29x24 cm Bronze 63x29x24 cm
69
St. Barbara
Anonymous late Baroque sculptor 18th century
A sculpture of considerable size, it depicts Saint Barbara amongst the tower, in which she was imprisoned by [..], Bronze, dark brown patina, Overall 69,5x29x24 cm Bronze 63x29x24 cm
41
Candlestick
North Europe 12th-13th century?
This splendid candlestick depicts an armed warrior with the body of a bird and the tail of a mermaid. [..], Bronze, goldish patina on traces of dark brown patina, 17,5x11x6,5 cm
41
Candlestick
North Europe 12th-13th century?
This splendid candlestick depicts an armed warrior with the body of a bird and the tail of a mermaid. [..], Bronze, goldish patina on traces of dark brown patina, 17,5x11x6,5 cm
15
Pair of Candlesticks
Padua or Venice 16th-17th century
A beautiful pair of table candle holders decorated with the typical iconographic repertoire of the Renaissance: [..], Bronze, dark bronze traslucent patina, 17,5x15,5x15,5 cm
15
Pair of Candlesticks
Padua or Venice 16th-17th century
A beautiful pair of table candle holders decorated with the typical iconographic repertoire of the Renaissance: [..], Bronze, dark bronze traslucent patina, 17,5x15,5x15,5 cm
49
Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
(Ravenna, 1465 - Ravenna, 1543)
Workshop of
Writing box
This fine writing box is a Renaissance invention. Facades decorated with centaurs, shield-bearing putti and [..], Bronze, brown-redish patina, traces of dark brown patina, 7,5x22x12,7 cm
49
Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
(Ravenna, 1465 - Ravenna, 1543)
Workshop of
Writing box
This fine writing box is a Renaissance invention. Facades decorated with centaurs, shield-bearing putti and [..], Bronze, brown-redish patina, traces of dark brown patina, 7,5x22x12,7 cm
Defects to hinges
57
Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
(Ravenna, 1465 - Ravenna, 1543)
Workshop of
Candlestick with a Satyr
16th-17th century
This candlestick depicts a satyr with a cornucopia in his right hand, to which a pinecone-shaped bobeche is [..], Bronze, golden patina with traces of dark brown patina, 23x13,5x12 cm
57
Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
(Ravenna, 1465 - Ravenna, 1543)
Workshop of
Candlestick with a Satyr
16th-17th century
This candlestick depicts a satyr with a cornucopia in his right hand, to which a pinecone-shaped bobeche is [..], Bronze, golden patina with traces of dark brown patina, 23x13,5x12 cm
35
Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
(Ravenna, 1465 - Ravenna, 1543)
Workshop of
Satyr with a Small Satyr
16th-17th century
The original composition depicting a female satyr with her child was originally attributed to Andrea Briosco [..], Bronze, redish patina on traces of dark brown patin, 20,5x16x13,5 cm
35
Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
(Ravenna, 1465 - Ravenna, 1543)
Workshop of
Satyr with a Small Satyr
16th-17th century
The original composition depicting a female satyr with her child was originally attributed to Andrea Briosco [..], Bronze, redish patina on traces of dark brown patin, 20,5x16x13,5 cm
40
Tiziano Aspetti
(Padova, 1559 - Pisa, 1606)
Workshop of
Mars
16th-17th century
This model of Mars is a typical product of Venetian Renaissance foundries. Often used as a monumental firedog, [..], Bronze, black patina, Overall 39,5x15x10,5 cm Bronze 26,5x15x8 cm
40
Tiziano Aspetti
(Padova, 1559 - Pisa, 1606)
Workshop of
Mars
16th-17th century
This model of Mars is a typical product of Venetian Renaissance foundries. Often used as a monumental firedog, [..], Bronze, black patina, Overall 39,5x15x10,5 cm Bronze 26,5x15x8 cm
77
Giovan Francesco Susini
(Firenze, 1585 - Firenze, 1653)
School of
Flaminio Vacca
(Roma, 1538 - Roma, 1605)
in the way of
Medici Lion
17th-18th century
This lion reproduces the marble sculpted by Flaminio Vacca in 1600. The sculpture was originally commissioned [..], Bronze, golden natural patina, traces of artifical dark patina. Base in yellow Siena marble, Overall 26x31,5x13,5 cm Bronze 17,5x29x11 cm
77
Giovan Francesco Susini
(Firenze, 1585 - Firenze, 1653)
School of
Flaminio Vacca
(Roma, 1538 - Roma, 1605)
in the way of
Medici Lion
17th-18th century
This lion reproduces the marble sculpted by Flaminio Vacca in 1600. The sculpture was originally commissioned [..], Bronze, golden natural patina, traces of artifical dark patina. Base in yellow Siena marble, Overall 26x31,5x13,5 cm Bronze 17,5x29x11 cm
76
Massimiliano Soldani Benzi
(Montevarchi, 1656 - Montevarchi, 1740)
Workshop of
Executioner
The original model of this bronze is attributed to Massimiliano Soldani Benzi and is held in the collection [..], Bronze, redish patina on black patin. Ebonized wood base with inclusion of round ruin marble, Overall 58,5x16,5x16,5 cm Bronze 37,5x14x14
76
Massimiliano Soldani Benzi
(Montevarchi, 1656 - Montevarchi, 1740)
Workshop of
Executioner
The original model of this bronze is attributed to Massimiliano Soldani Benzi and is held in the collection [..], Bronze, redish patina on black patin. Ebonized wood base with inclusion of round ruin marble, Overall 58,5x16,5x16,5 cm Bronze 37,5x14x14
48
Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
Venus pulling a thorn from her foot
The bronze is accompanied by the expertise of Dr. Charles Avery.
Examination of the metal [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of darker patina , Overall 28,5x10x10 cm Bronze 19,7x9x6 cm
48
Barthelemy Prieur
(Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)
Venus pulling a thorn from her foot
The bronze is accompanied by the expertise of Dr. Charles Avery.
Examination of the metal [..], Bronze, redish patina, traces of darker patina , Overall 28,5x10x10 cm Bronze 19,7x9x6 cm
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