Details
- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 10ʺD × 22ʺH
- Styles
- Grand Tour
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition with age appropriate wear Excellent condition with age appropriate wear less
- Description
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19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Apollo Belvedere. The Greek god Apollo is depicted as a standing archer having …
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19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Apollo Belvedere. The Greek god Apollo is depicted as a standing archer having just shot an arrow. Apollo appears semi-clad with drapery folded over left arm, beside a rustic tree stump entwined by a serpent. A quiver is on his right shoulder. The statue rests on a bronze circular shallow plinth base. Having "E. GUTTKORN - HOPFGARTEN - ROMA - 1873" impressed to the perimeter of base.
The Italian Grand Tour was a cultural trip undertaken by young European aristocrats, primarily during the 18th and 19th centuries, in order to complete their education. Italy, with its rich history, art, and culture, was the focal point of these journeys. As part of their exploration, many travelers collected art and artifacts, including bronze sculptures, often as a symbol of their refined taste and as souvenirs from their travels. In essence, the collection of bronze sculptures during the Italian Grand Tour was a reflection of the era’s fascination with antiquity and the cultural and intellectual ideals of the time. Today, many of these works remain valuable examples of the intersection of art, history, and travel. less
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