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French Museum Plaster Romanesque Capital Model on Plinth
$7,520.64
£5,475
€6,413.61
CA$10,332.24
A$11,233.23
CHF 5,955.87
MX$134,657.90
NOK 75,696.04
SEK 69,347.87
DKK 47,933.58
About the Item
An impressive plaster Romanesque capital model elevated by a later 20th century bespoke oak display plinth, made by the French Louvre Museum workshops in the late 19th/early 20th century (stamped).
The cast is a museum reproduction taken from the original medieval limestone capital dating back to the 12th century, circa 1125-1130.
It is just one of various carved capitals in the Louvre’s diverse artistic collection that was sourced from the Moutiers-St-Jean, a Benedictine Church in Burgundy, France. This area, famed for its wines, is reflected in the cast carving of this model, the capital displaying a vineyard scene with figures harvesting grapes to make wine.
Steeped in history, this reproduction medieval capital is a fascinating display piece, providing an instant talking point with its sheer scale. Additionally, its subject would not look out of place in a wine bar or drinks outlet, catering to the connoisseur of fine wine.
Additional Dimensions:
Plaster: H85.5 x W64 x D53.5 cm
Base: H39.5 x W72 x D53.5 cm
- Creator:Atelier de moulage du Louvre (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 49.22 in (125 cm)Width: 28.35 in (72 cm)Depth: 21.07 in (53.5 cm)
- Style:Medieval (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Good structural condition. Transports as 2 pieces (bespoke oak display plinth + plaster capital). Small chips and losses to the plaster, refinished in places.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 370741stDibs: LU2096347625482
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