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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Bronze of “The Dying Gaul”

$577.80
£423.44
€485VAT Included
CA$796.88
A$806.50
CHF 462.43
MX$9,781.87
NOK 5,377.83
SEK 5,474.11
DKK 3,698.06

About the Item

A neoclassical Grand Tour sculpture in dark-patinated bronze depicting The Dying Gaul — an iconic motif after the famous ancient original from Pergamon. Mounted on an oval Siena marble base. Such bronze replicas were popular souvenirs among well-educated 19th-century travellers, who brought them home as reminders of their Grand Tour through Italy. Please note the size. Suitable for use as a paperweight. Italy, late 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870 - 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kastrup, DK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1064171stDibs: LU1007447730062

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