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ANTIQUE #SA1013626

Late C19th Italian ‘grand Tour’ Souvenir Bronze Reduction After The Antique, Of The “discobolus” .

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Sold by: M Lees and Sons

Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir bronze reduction after the antique, of the “Discobolus”.
 
Well-cast bronze study of the iconic Greek sculpture of the Discus Thrower or “Discobolus” . The original sculpture by Myron was completed at the start of the Classical period in around 450 BC . It depicts the naked Greek athlete throwing a discus , the Greek original being lost but is known by various Roman copies both in marble and bronze .
 
In excellent original condition with a good patina and colour to the surface. Raised on its original verde antico marble base.
 
H 10”
 
W 5”
 
D 5”
 
Italy c.1880
 
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we ...
Antique SA1013626 shown on this page was made in 1880. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1880
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M Lees and Sons
M.Lees & Sons , 'Tower House' , Severn St., Worcester WR12NB Tel . 07860826218
M Lees and Sons is also an antique trade association member of LAPADA CINOA
Worcestershire
United Kingdom
Tel: 07860 826218 or
01905 26620
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD