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STUNNING ANTiQUE MARBLE AFTER ALCIBIADES WITH THE COURTESANS - ROMAN INFLUENCE
$5,437.94
£3,950
€4,628.04
CA$7,498.89
A$7,939.37
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NOK 53,556.10
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Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning antique marble relief plaque of Alcibiades with the Courtesans
This is Alcibiades with the Courtesans, after a Hellenistic original on display in the Secret Cabinet (Gabinetto Segreto) in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples, Campania, Italy. This relief is in marble and has been relief carved in to the stone. Dating to the early part of the 19th century it most likely a Gran Tour example however its on the larger side for the travelers acquisition
The condition is period perfect, there is age and use related patina all over as you would expect
Dimensions
Height:- 25cm
Width:- 34.5cm
Depth:- 4cm
Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask
Condition
Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition
Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
The "Alcibiades with the Courtesans" sculpture, a Roman marble copy of a Hellenistic original, depicts the famous Athenian statesman Alcibiades with female companions (hetaerae) and is housed in Naples' National Archaeological Museum, specifically within the Gabinetto Segreto (Secret Cabinet), a collection of erotic art from Pompeii and Herculaneum, showcasing ancient attitudes toward sexuality and art. This famous piece, sometimes identified as "Alcibiades and hetaerae (Apollo and three nymphs)," is a significant part of this collection, known for its explicit and sensual themes, revealing the complex relationship between morality and art in the ancient world.
Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
- Style:Grand Tour (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:West Sussex, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2823348411342
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