Buenos Aires City, Buenos Aires D. C.
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Mid-19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Figurative Sculpture 'The Dying Gaul', Italy
By: unknown
Material: bronze, copper, metal
Technique: cast, molded, …
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Mid-19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Figurative Sculpture 'The Dying Gaul', Italy
By: unknown
Material: bronze, copper, metal
Technique: cast, molded, polished, metalwork, patinated
Dimensions: 28 in x 13 in x 14 in
Date: mid-19th century, circa 1850
Style: Grand Tour, Neoclassicism
Place of origin: Italy
The iconic Dying Gaul has long captivated the artistic imagination, and this mid-19th century bronze sculpture offers a striking interpretation of the timeless motif. Crafted with remarkable skill, it depicts a naked male figure reclining on an ornate base, his muscular form conveying both vulnerability and pathos. The figure's expressive face, with its pensive gaze and furrowed brow, reflects resignation and inner turmoil, echoing the stoic endurance and defiant spirit associated with the Gaul warriors.
The rich, warm, patinated bronze enhances the sculpture's timeless elegance, evoking the grandeur of the Italian Grand Tour. This work demonstrates the enduring power of classical art and the appeal of this particular motif, symbolizing resilience and heroic struggle.
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- Dimensions
- 28ʺW × 13ʺD × 14ʺH
- Styles
- Grand Tour
- Neoclassical
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Copper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Coffee
- Condition Notes
- Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Wear consistent with age and … moreLightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Wear consistent with age and use. No restorations or modifications have been made. less
Buenos Aires City, Buenos Aires D. C.
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