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Brussels Atelier de MoulagesCharioteer of Delphi Life-size Plaster Cast with Original Bronze Inspired PatinaEarly 20th Century
Early 20th Century
$28,500
£21,628.75
€24,920.93
CA$40,265.96
A$43,144.33
CHF 23,143.91
MX$511,050.60
NOK 291,947.48
SEK 267,086.79
DKK 186,162.39
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Life-Size Charioteer of Delphi — Museum-Quality Plaster Cast with Custom Bronze Patination
After the Ancient Greek Original, c. 470 BCE
This life-size plaster cast of the Charioteer of Delphi is an extraordinary, museum-quality work distinguished by a bespoke bronze patination taken directly from the ancient original housed in the Archaeological Museum of Delphi. The result is an object of rare authenticity—as close to the visual presence of the original bronze as it is possible to achieve.
The Charioteer stands as one of the most celebrated survivals of ancient Greek bronze sculpture, revered for its idealized youth, serene expression, and refined balance between naturalism and restraint. This cast faithfully captures the original’s noble proportions and subtle anatomical modeling, from the poised stance and elongated limbs to the exquisitely rendered face, almond-shaped eyes, and meticulously detailed hair bound with a fillet.
Draped in a long chiton that falls in rhythmic vertical folds, the figure exemplifies the Severe Style of early Classical Greece. The custom surface treatment elevates this cast far beyond a standard reproduction: a modulated verdigris patina reveals how bronze naturally ages over centuries, with darker tonalities at the face and feet and warm, golden undertones shimmering across the tunic. This nuanced finish creates extraordinary depth and realism, evoking the quiet dignity and romantic gravity of the ancient original.
Impressive in scale and commanding in presence, the Charioteer functions as a powerful focal point in both modern and classical interiors—equally compelling in a minimalist architectural setting or a richly layered traditional space. Unique in the world due to its custom, museum-referenced finish, this work bridges archaeology, sculpture, and contemporary design, offering collectors and designers a singular opportunity to live with one of antiquity’s greatest masterpieces in a form of unparalleled visual authenticity.
The Charioteer of Delphi is a lifesize bronze statue from ancient Greece, discovered in 1896 at the Sanctuary of Apollo in Delphi. It depicts a charioteer, likely commemorating a victory in a Pythian Games chariot race. The statue is a significant example of early classical Greek bronze sculpture, notable for its detailed craftsmanship and preservation, and is now housed in the Delphi Archaeological Museum.
- Creator:Brussels Atelier de Moulages
- Creation Year:Early 20th Century
- Dimensions:Height: 80 in (203.2 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)
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- Condition:Fully restored and ready to place.
- Gallery Location:Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2927217510302
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