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An Early 17th Century Bronze Mars in the Manner of Aspetti
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An Early 17th Century Bronze Mars in the Manner of Aspetti

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A rare early 17th century Italian bronze figure of Mars in Roman attire with traces of original gilt, c.1600. Much in the manner of Tiziano Aspetti (1559-1606). Raised on a white alabaster & Breccia Pernice socle. Early collection label to the underside. Of superb surface patination.

Measures - 22cm H x 7.5cm W x 7.5cm D.

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A rare early 17th century Italian bronze figure of Mars in Roman attire with traces of original gilt, c.1600. Much in the manner of Tiziano Aspetti (1559-1606). Raised on a white alabaster & Breccia Pernice socle. Early collection label to the underside. Of superb surface patination.

Measures - 22cm H x 7.5cm W x 7.5cm D.

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Spitalfields House
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Fine period furnishings, objects and design - inspired by the houses of eighteenth century spitalfields.

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Archive I An antique bronze statuette depicting the Roman god Mars in armour, mounted on a cylindrical alabaster and marble base.

An Early 17th Century Bronze Mars in the Manner of Aspetti

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An antique bronze statuette depicting the Roman god Mars in armour, mounted on a cylindrical alabaster and marble base.
An early 17th century bronze Mars in the manner of Aspetti
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An antique bronze statuette depicting the Roman god Mars in armour, mounted on a cylindrical alabaster and marble base.
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Mannerist bronze statuettes from the late 16th and early 17th centuries typically depict classical or mythological subjects executed with dynamic poses, elongated proportions, and detailed surface chasing.

These sculptures were generally cast using the lost-wax process, allowing for detailed features that were subsequently hand-chased, hand-chiselled, and mounted onto stone or marble pedestals.

Authentic period bronzes display signs of historic hand-tooling, natural wear to high points of detail, a naturally developed patina, and age-consistent mounting techniques onto stone or marble bases.

Position the bronze statuette on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or side table alongside contemporary art or clean-lined furniture to create a focal point of classical craftsmanship.

Dust the figure regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfiber cloth, avoiding liquid polishes, water, or abrasive chemicals that can damage the original patina.
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