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Late 19th C. Italian Bronze Busts of Heraclitus
Archytas on Marble Pedestals
$18,600per set
£14,173.54per set
€16,346.01per set
CA$26,417.56per set
A$28,384.20per set
CHF 15,228.07per set
MX$334,398.57per set
About the Item
Striking and scholarly pair of monumental late 19th century Italian patinated bronze busts, depicting the great classical philosophers Heraclitus(left) and Archytas (right). Both figures are rendered with expressive facial modeling, deeply carved hair and beards, and dramatic draped garments—capturing the timeless gravitas associated with ancient Greek portraiture.
Each bust is presented on a substantial turned marble pedestal base, adding height and architectural presence. The dark, nearly black-toned patinated bronze create a visually balanced, museum-style pairing that makes an exceptional statement in an entry hall, library, or grand interior.
* Heraclitus is best known for his philosophy of constant change and the idea that everything is always in flux (“you can’t step into the same river twice”). He also emphasized the Logos, a universal order behind nature.
* Archytas is best known as a Greek philosopher, mathematician, and engineer, closely tied to Pythagorean thought. He contributed to geometry and mechanics, and is often credited with early ideas that influenced science and mathematical physics.Dimensions:27.5" H x 17" W x 12" D
- Dimensions:Height: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: PGD000274691stDibs: LU818848365452
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