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Italian Bronze Neoclassical Grand Tour Bust

$3,545.77
£2,575
€3,011.40
CA$4,851.50
A$5,278.81
CHF 2,795.06
MX$63,507.64
NOK 35,491.07
SEK 32,471.84
DKK 22,499.35

About the Item

A small Italian Grand Tour bust, circa 1780, depicting a patinated bronze gentleman in neoclassical dress upon a contrasting marble plinth. Once a Grand Tour souvenir acquired by an adventurer travelling across Europe during the 18th century, this small decorative bust is today a charming character for a desk, shelf or tabletop, adding a small piece of history to your home. Base: 7.5 x 7.5 cm (2.95 in)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. Patinated finish. Bronze is hollow with a shaped timber insert which corresponds to wooden peg in the base. Transports as 2 pieces: bronze just places on top.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 366431stDibs: LU2096345246152

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