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Goddess of Fortune. Antonio Susini (Florence, 1558-1624). Attributed. From a lost model by Giambologna. Florence, 17th century. Mercury-gilt bronze.
This splendid sculpture depicts the Goddess of Fortune. Balancing on one foot, she clutches a veil shaped by [..], The sculpture 54 cm Ancient marble base
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Goddess of Fortune. Antonio Susini (Florence, 1558-1624). Attributed. From a lost model by Giambologna. [..]
This splendid sculpture depicts the Goddess of Fortune. Balancing on one foot, she clutches a veil shaped by [..], The sculpture 54 cm Ancient marble base
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Venus Bathing. Giambologna (Douai 1529 - Florence 1608). From a model. Patinated bronze, possibly 17th century.
The invention of this bronze derives from one of the early works of the great Flemish artist Giambologna, sculptor [..], 23 x 8 x 7 cm
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Venus Bathing. Giambologna (Douai 1529 - Florence 1608). From a model. Patinated bronze, possibly 17th [..]
The invention of this bronze derives from one of the early works of the great Flemish artist Giambologna, sculptor [..], 23 x 8 x 7 cm
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Satyr holding a candle. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna 1465-1543). School of the 17th century, patinated bronze.
The figure of the satyr was widely used in Renaissance iconography, starting with the chained satyrs that Andrea [..], 29 x 16 x 13 cm
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Satyr holding a candle. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna 1465-1543). School of the 17th century, [..]
The figure of the satyr was widely used in Renaissance iconography, starting with the chained satyrs that Andrea [..], 29 x 16 x 13 cm
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Hermaphrodite. Giovan Francesco Susini (Florence 1585-1653) School of. Possibly 17th century. Brass alloy with impurities (see related alloy tests)
The model for this bronze is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and rests on a stunning bronze [..], 40.5 x 13 x 15.5 cm
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Hermaphrodite. Giovan Francesco Susini (Florence 1585-1653) School of. Possibly 17th century. Brass [..]
The model for this bronze is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and rests on a stunning bronze [..], 40.5 x 13 x 15.5 cm
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Fowler. Antonio Susini (1558-1624) School of. From a model by Giambologna, possibly 17th century. Brass with impurities (see attached examinations) Brown patina
A very well-known subject depicting a type of night hunting in which birds were dazzled with a lantern, the "frugolo", [..], 30.5 x 13 x 18 cm
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Fowler. Antonio Susini (1558-1624) School of. From a model by Giambologna, possibly 17th century. Brass [..]
A very well-known subject depicting a type of night hunting in which birds were dazzled with a lantern, the "frugolo", [..], 30.5 x 13 x 18 cm
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Venus Anadyomene. Tuscany, 16th-17th century. Bronze and transparent reddish patina.
The subject of Venus wringing her hair, anadyomene, became widespread during the Renaissance following the rediscovery [..], 29 x 1 3x 12 cm
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Venus Anadyomene. Tuscany, 16th-17th century. Bronze and transparent reddish patina.
The subject of Venus wringing her hair, anadyomene, became widespread during the Renaissance following the rediscovery [..], 29 x 1 3x 12 cm
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Four Continents. France, 17th-18th century. Silvered bronze.
The small female busts presented here are allegories of the four continents. Dressed in exotic garments, typical [..], Each approx. 14 x 8 x 5 cm.
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Four Continents. France, 17th-18th century. Silvered bronze.
The small female busts presented here are allegories of the four continents. Dressed in exotic garments, typical [..], Each approx. 14 x 8 x 5 cm.
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Allegory. Tuscan or French school, probably 17th-18th century. Bronze with a transparent greenish patina on a black background.
This extraordinary bronze statuette represents an allegory that is not easy to interpret. The figure on the [..], 23 x 21 x 13 cm
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Allegory. Tuscan or French school, probably 17th-18th century. Bronze with a transparent greenish patina [..]
This extraordinary bronze statuette represents an allegory that is not easy to interpret. The figure on the [..], 23 x 21 x 13 cm
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Astrological sign of Aquarius. Padua or Venice, 16th-17th century. Traces of dark artificial patina, large areas of transparent natural patina.
The model of the bronze statuette under examination is based on a similar one held at the Bode Museum in Berlin. [..], 28 x 12 x 6.5 cm
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Astrological sign of Aquarius. Padua or Venice, 16th-17th century. Traces of dark artificial patina, [..]
The model of the bronze statuette under examination is based on a similar one held at the Bode Museum in Berlin. [..], 28 x 12 x 6.5 cm
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Mermaid. Barthelemy Prieur (Berzieux, 1536 - Paris, 1611) Attributed to the workshop, 16th-17th century. Bronze with a transparent reddish-gold patina and traces of dark patina.
This beautiful oil lamp depicts a Nereid astride a dolphin, suspended from a ring. The wick protrudes from the [..], 17 x 15 x 6 cm
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Mermaid. Barthelemy Prieur (Berzieux, 1536 - Paris, 1611) Attributed to the workshop, 16th-17th century. [..]
This beautiful oil lamp depicts a Nereid astride a dolphin, suspended from a ring. The wick protrudes from the [..], 17 x 15 x 6 cm
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A candlestick depicting a Harpy. Northern Europe, 12th-13th century. Bronze with a transparent gold patina over traces of black patina.
This incredible candelabra depicts an armed warrior with the body of a bird and the tail of a mermaid. A sort [..], 17.5 x 11 x 6.5 cm
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A candlestick depicting a Harpy. Northern Europe, 12th-13th century. Bronze with a transparent gold [..]
This incredible candelabra depicts an armed warrior with the body of a bird and the tail of a mermaid. A sort [..], 17.5 x 11 x 6.5 cm
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Amphora supported by Nereids (wedding vase?). Venetian art, 16th-17th century. Bronze with a transparent reddish patina over black traces.
The central body of this beautiful composition includes an amphora vase supported by three nereids separated by [..], 27 x 10 x 8 cm
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Amphora supported by Nereids (wedding vase?). Venetian art, 16th-17th century. Bronze with a transparent [..]
The central body of this beautiful composition includes an amphora vase supported by three nereids separated by [..], 27 x 10 x 8 cm
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Caesar in lorica. Venetian art? 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze. Non-contemporary wooden base.
This beautiful statuette depicts a Roman emperor in lorica with a laurel wreath surrounding his head. The armour [..], Measurements with base 36 x 14 x 8 cm. Bronze measurements 30 x 15 x 8 cm.
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Caesar in lorica. Venetian art? 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze. Non-contemporary wooden base.
This beautiful statuette depicts a Roman emperor in lorica with a laurel wreath surrounding his head. The armour [..], Measurements with base 36 x 14 x 8 cm. Bronze measurements 30 x 15 x 8 cm.
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Maria dé Medici. Barthelemy Prieur (Berzieux, 1536- Paris, 1611) Attributed. 16th-17th century. Bronze with a transparent reddish patina.
Barthelemy Prieur was the court sculptor of Henry IV and his wife Marie de' Medici. In addition to creating [..], 22 x 16 x 8 cm
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Maria dé Medici. Barthelemy Prieur (Berzieux, 1536- Paris, 1611) Attributed. 16th-17th century. Bronze [..]
Barthelemy Prieur was the court sculptor of Henry IV and his wife Marie de' Medici. In addition to creating [..], 22 x 16 x 8 cm
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Candlestick with satyr and tritons. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna, 1465-1543). Workshop of the 16th-17th century. Bronze, transparent gilded patina with traces of black patina.
This highly original candlestick depicts a walking satyr, in his right hand holding a cornucopia to which a pine [..], 23 x 13.5 x 12 cm
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Candlestick with satyr and tritons. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna, 1465-1543). Workshop of the [..]
This highly original candlestick depicts a walking satyr, in his right hand holding a cornucopia to which a pine [..], 23 x 13.5 x 12 cm
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River God. Pietro Tacca (Carrara, 1577-Florence, 1640) Workshop. Bronze with a translucent reddish patina. Provenance: Christie's, Rome, November 24-25, 1987, lot 141. Private collection, Lombardy
The river deity presented here depicts a powerful, bearded figure with a Herculean body. This is the iconography [..], 37 x 25 x 28 cm
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River God. Pietro Tacca (Carrara, 1577-Florence, 1640) Workshop. Bronze with a translucent reddish patina. [..]
The river deity presented here depicts a powerful, bearded figure with a Herculean body. This is the iconography [..], 37 x 25 x 28 cm
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Writing box. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna, 1465-1543) Workshop. Bronze, transparent reddish-brown patina, traces of black patina. Defects on the hinges.
This beautiful writing case is a Renaissance invention. Its sides are filled with centaurs, shield-bearing cherubs, [..], 7.5 x 22 x 12.7 cm
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Writing box. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna, 1465-1543) Workshop. Bronze, transparent reddish-brown [..]
This beautiful writing case is a Renaissance invention. Its sides are filled with centaurs, shield-bearing cherubs, [..], 7.5 x 22 x 12.7 cm
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Pair of historiated candlesticks. Padua or Venice, 16th-17th century. Translucent black and brown patina.
A beautiful pair of table candlesticks decorated with typical Renaissance iconography. A large circular base, [..], 17.5 x 15.5 x 15.5 cm
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Pair of historiated candlesticks. Padua or Venice, 16th-17th century. Translucent black and brown pat [..]
A beautiful pair of table candlesticks decorated with typical Renaissance iconography. A large circular base, [..], 17.5 x 15.5 x 15.5 cm
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Cupid. Barthelemy Prieur (1535-1611) School of. Probably 17th century. Bronze with a transparent reddish patina, traces of black artificial patina.
This small and delightful invention belongs to the catalogue of works by Barthelemy Prieur, the court sculptor [..], The bronze 11.5 x 8 x 9 cm
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Cupid. Barthelemy Prieur (1535-1611) School of. Probably 17th century. Bronze with a transparent reddish [..]
This small and delightful invention belongs to the catalogue of works by Barthelemy Prieur, the court sculptor [..], The bronze 11.5 x 8 x 9 cm
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Inkwell supported by lions or a container for liturgical use. 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze with traces of gilding, onyx.
This interesting object could be an inkwell, unless it is a liturgical instrument, such as an incense holder. [..], 22 x 15 x 15 cm
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Inkwell supported by lions or a container for liturgical use. 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze with [..]
This interesting object could be an inkwell, unless it is a liturgical instrument, such as an incense holder. [..], 22 x 15 x 15 cm
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Rampant Horse. Francesco Fanelli (Florence, 1577-Paris? 1663) School of. 17th-18th century. Bronze with a transparent reddish-brown patina over traces of dark patina.
This beautiful rearing horse is based on the models of the sculptor Francesco Fanelli. Born in Florence, he worked [..], 15.5 x 18.5 x 5 cm
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Rampant Horse. Francesco Fanelli (Florence, 1577-Paris? 1663) School of. 17th-18th century. Bronze with [..]
This beautiful rearing horse is based on the models of the sculptor Francesco Fanelli. Born in Florence, he worked [..], 15.5 x 18.5 x 5 cm
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Satyr with child. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna, ca. 1465-1543). Workshop of the 16th-17th century. Bronze with a transparent reddish patina over traces of black patina.
This beautiful bronze statuette depicting a satiress with her son was originally attributed to Andrea Briosco [..], 20.5 x 16 x 13.5 cm
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Satyr with child. Severo Calzetta da Ravenna (Ravenna, ca. 1465-1543). Workshop of the 16th-17th century. [..]
This beautiful bronze statuette depicting a satiress with her son was originally attributed to Andrea Briosco [..], 20.5 x 16 x 13.5 cm
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Minerva. Tiziano Aspetti, Workshop. 16th-17th century. Bronze with transparent gilded patina.
This Minerva model is a typical product of Venetian Renaissance foundries. Often used as a topper for monumental [..], 35 x 14 x 11 cm
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Minerva. Tiziano Aspetti, Workshop. 16th-17th century. Bronze with transparent gilded patina.
This Minerva model is a typical product of Venetian Renaissance foundries. Often used as a topper for monumental [..], 35 x 14 x 11 cm
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Living Christ. Ferdinando Tacca (Florence 1619-1686) School of. Probably 17th century. Bronze with transparent brown patina, traces of black patina.
The model of this beautiful Crucifix has been attributed to the school of Giambologna (Charles Avery), associated [..], 28.5 x 28.5 x 6 cm
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Living Christ. Ferdinando Tacca (Florence 1619-1686) School of. Probably 17th century. Bronze with transparent [..]
The model of this beautiful Crucifix has been attributed to the school of Giambologna (Charles Avery), associated [..], 28.5 x 28.5 x 6 cm
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Christ at the Column. Tuscan School? 17th-18th century. Bronze with brown patina.
A beautiful sculpture depicting Christ at the Column. The subject was explored by Giambologna and his school during [..], 31 x 11 x 8 cm
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Christ at the Column. Tuscan School? 17th-18th century. Bronze with brown patina.
A beautiful sculpture depicting Christ at the Column. The subject was explored by Giambologna and his school during [..], 31 x 11 x 8 cm
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Venus Removing a Thorn from Her Foot. Barthelemy Prieur (Berzieux, 1536-Paris 1611). Bronze, translucent reddish patina, traces of darker patination. Beautiful neoclassical mount in mixed marble and gilded bronze.
Provenance: Baron Hippolyte Boissel de Monville (1794-1873), collector and agent for the Rothschilds. BM (Baron [..], Overall 28.5 x 10 x 10 cm. The bronze 19.7 x 9 x 6 cm.
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Venus Removing a Thorn from Her Foot. Barthelemy Prieur (Berzieux, 1536-Paris 1611). Bronze, translucent [..]
Provenance: Baron Hippolyte Boissel de Monville (1794-1873), collector and agent for the Rothschilds. BM (Baron [..], Overall 28.5 x 10 x 10 cm. The bronze 19.7 x 9 x 6 cm.
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Hercules and Antaeus. Galeazzo Mondella, known as Moderno (Verona, 1464- Rome, 1528). Plaque.
Moderno was one of the most important Renaissance plaquette makers. He began his career in Verona, influenced [..], mm 85 x 66 x 5
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Hercules and Antaeus. Galeazzo Mondella, known as Moderno (Verona, 1464- Rome, 1528). Plaque.
Moderno was one of the most important Renaissance plaquette makers. He began his career in Verona, influenced [..], mm 85 x 66 x 5
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Venus. Giambologna (Douai, 1529-Florence, 1608). From the model of Florence, probably 17th century. Patinated bronze with greenish traces. Jasper base.
The model for this very rare Venus is thought to have been made in the workshop of Giambologna (Avery-Radcliffe). [..], Measurements with base 16.5 x 5 x 5 cm. The bronze 12.5 x 5 x 6 cm.
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Venus. Giambologna (Douai, 1529-Florence, 1608). From the model of Florence, probably 17th century. [..]
The model for this very rare Venus is thought to have been made in the workshop of Giambologna (Avery-Radcliffe). [..], Measurements with base 16.5 x 5 x 5 cm. The bronze 12.5 x 5 x 6 cm.
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Bacchic Man. Adriaen de Vries (The Hague, 1556-Prague, 1626). From a 16th-17th century model? Accompanied by alloy studies.
This extremely rare bust is based on a full-body sculpture now in the Hill Collection. A very interesting chapter [..], cm 21 X 26 X 15
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Bacchic Man. Adriaen de Vries (The Hague, 1556-Prague, 1626). From a 16th-17th century model? Accompanied [..]
This extremely rare bust is based on a full-body sculpture now in the Hill Collection. A very interesting chapter [..], cm 21 X 26 X 15
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Woman Bathing. Giambologna (Douai, 1529-Florence, 1608) from a model. 17th-18th century. Patinated bronze, worn.
For this small bronze, we must refer to the original model made by Giambologna, now housed in the Bargello National [..], 12.5 x 6 x 4.5 cm
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Woman Bathing. Giambologna (Douai, 1529-Florence, 1608) from a model. 17th-18th century. Patinated bronze, [..]
For this small bronze, we must refer to the original model made by Giambologna, now housed in the Bargello National [..], 12.5 x 6 x 4.5 cm
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Pair of candlesticks. Niccolò Roccatagliata (1560 - 1636) School of. 16th-17th century. Bronze, black patina.
Pair of patinated bronze candlesticks resting on tripod bases in the shape of satyrs holding a bobege bearing [..], Each 14 x 14.5 x 12 cm
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Pair of candlesticks. Niccolò Roccatagliata (1560 - 1636) School of. 16th-17th century. Bronze, black [..]
Pair of patinated bronze candlesticks resting on tripod bases in the shape of satyrs holding a bobege bearing [..], Each 14 x 14.5 x 12 cm
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Kneeling Nymph. Giambologna (Douai 1529, Florence 1608). From the model of. Possibly 17th-18th century. Patinated bronze.
This exquisite bronze replicates Giambologna's famous model housed in the Bargello National Museum in Florence. [..], 10 x 7 x 5 cm
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Kneeling Nymph. Giambologna (Douai 1529, Florence 1608). From the model of. Possibly 17th-18th century. [..]
This exquisite bronze replicates Giambologna's famous model housed in the Bargello National Museum in Florence. [..], 10 x 7 x 5 cm
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Seated Venus. Barthelemy Prieur (1536-1611) Workshop of. Mercury-gilt bronze
Barthelemy Prieur was the official sculptor of Henry IV, King of France. In addition to creating monumental [..], 14.3 x 9.5 x 7 cm
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Seated Venus. Barthelemy Prieur (1536-1611) Workshop of. Mercury-gilt bronze
Barthelemy Prieur was the official sculptor of Henry IV, King of France. In addition to creating monumental [..], 14.3 x 9.5 x 7 cm
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Bacchus with a Panther. Barthelemy Prieur (1536-1611). 17th century. Bronze with a transparent patina.
The subject of this intriguing bronze statuette is traditionally associated with a classical marble previously [..], 21.5 x 5.5 x 4.5 cm
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Bacchus with a Panther. Barthelemy Prieur (1536-1611). 17th century. Bronze with a transparent patina [..]
The subject of this intriguing bronze statuette is traditionally associated with a classical marble previously [..], 21.5 x 5.5 x 4.5 cm
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Daphne. Abraham Jamnitzer, from the 17th-century original. Patinated bronze and Sciacca coral. Accompanied by a CITES certificate.
This highly original invention represents Daphne transforming into a tree to escape the flattery of Apollo. [..]
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Daphne. Abraham Jamnitzer, from the 17th-century original. Patinated bronze and Sciacca coral. Accompanied [..]
This highly original invention represents Daphne transforming into a tree to escape the flattery of Apollo. [..]
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Rampant lion. Florentine art, 16th-17th century. Bronze, transparent reddish patina. On a green marble base decorated with a high relief depicting the Rape of the Sabine Women.
This powerful casting depicts a standing lion, with its left paw raised ready to strike. It may distantly recall [..], 33.5 x 30 x 13.5 cm
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Rampant lion. Florentine art, 16th-17th century. Bronze, transparent reddish patina. On a green marble [..]
This powerful casting depicts a standing lion, with its left paw raised ready to strike. It may distantly recall [..], 33.5 x 30 x 13.5 cm
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Hercules and the Nemean Lion. Florentine art, 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze, splendid transparent reddish patina.
The group presented here represents the first labor of Hercules. King Eurystheus tasked the hero with killing [..], Bronze only 36 x 21 x 15 cm
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Hercules and the Nemean Lion. Florentine art, 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze, splendid transparent [..]
The group presented here represents the first labor of Hercules. King Eurystheus tasked the hero with killing [..], Bronze only 36 x 21 x 15 cm
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Risen Christ. Florentine art, 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze.
The prototype of this resurrected Christ is to be found in a marble work by Michelangelo, created in 1515 and [..], 33 cm
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Risen Christ. Florentine art, 16th-17th century. Patinated bronze.
The prototype of this resurrected Christ is to be found in a marble work by Michelangelo, created in 1515 and [..], 33 cm
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Kneeling Venus. After Giambologna. Tuscany, 17th-18th century. Reddish-black patinated bronze mounted on an antique mixed marble base.
This beautiful kneeling Venus drying herself is an ancient derivation of the bronze attributed to Giambologna [..], Bronze only 23 x 15 x 13 cm
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Kneeling Venus. After Giambologna. Tuscany, 17th-18th century. Reddish-black patinated bronze mounted [..]
This beautiful kneeling Venus drying herself is an ancient derivation of the bronze attributed to Giambologna [..], Bronze only 23 x 15 x 13 cm
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Composite lamp. Venetian art, 17th century. Bronze with bituminous patina.
This curious lamp, apparently shaped like a swan, must be observed carefully, as it hides a secret. On his back, [..], 8.5 x 16 x 8 cm
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Composite lamp. Venetian art, 17th century. Bronze with bituminous patina.
This curious lamp, apparently shaped like a swan, must be observed carefully, as it hides a secret. On his back, [..], 8.5 x 16 x 8 cm