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.

20.5 x 16 x 13.5 cm

This beautiful bronze statuette depicting a satiress with her son was originally attributed to Andrea Briosco known as Riccio (Trento, 1470 - Padua, 1532).

In Bode's early 20th century cataloguing, many satirical works were attributed to the leader of the school, while they are currently traced back to the workshop of Severo Calzetta da Ravenna.

This composition in particular was quite successful, and several versions survive. Among the best-known are the ones in the Bargello (Florence), the one in the Bode Museum (Berlin), and the one in the Palazzo Venezia (Rome). Patrick de Winter lists all the known versions of the subject in his study on the artist.

It is a candle holder often flanked by a shell that serves as an inkwell. In other versions, the two figures are flanked by a satyr or small animals (for example, the version at the Sforza Castle in Milan features a dog).

Our bronze statuette is very beautiful and does not deviate from the average quality of museum-quality castings. It features a truly stunning transparent red patina. Traces of a black patina that has worn away over time remain.

Great collector's item in perfect condition.

Highly recommended.

Bibliography:
Volker Krahn, Venetian Bronzes, SMB Dumont, Germany, 2003, pp.82-85.
Pietro Cannata, National Museum of the Palazzo di Venezia, Bronze Sculptures, Gangemi Editore, Rome, 2011, pp. 64-65.