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Late C19th Italian Neapolitan Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Sculpture , After the Antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “.
M Lees and Sons
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Late C19th Italian Neapolitan Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Sculpture , After the Antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Late C19th Italian Neapolitan bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir sculpture , after the antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “

Well-cast verdigris bronze sculpture with an aged ‘faux excavation’ or ‘all’antica’ surface . The mythical woodland faun depicted entirely nude and with a tail , mounted on a plinth base . With luxuriant hair and beard , goat horns and a garland of acorns . The creature shown dancing In exultation his head and arms raised , on his tip-toes with a taut muscular physique .

The original bronze sculpture excavated from the site of a villa at Pompeii in 1830 , where it stood next to an impluvium basin to collect rainwater , and now exhibited in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Italy.

In excellent original condition with an aged surface and patina .

Probably by J.Chiurazzi et Fils foundry of Naples .

*NB. A larger 80cm copy sold at auction 14/05/2024 Dreweatts , Newbury, “Ken Bolan-My Minds Eye” Lot no. 166 £4200.

H 14”

W 5”

D 6”

Naples , Italy c.1890

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Bronze Dancing Faun Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1072822
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 246
Dealers Notes

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 provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Late C19th Italian Neapolitan bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir sculpture , after the antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “

Well-cast verdigris bronze sculpture with an aged ‘faux excavation’ or ‘all’antica’ surface . The mythical woodland faun depicted entirely nude and with a tail , mounted on a plinth base . With luxuriant hair and beard , goat horns and a garland of acorns .

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The creature shown dancing In exultation his head and arms raised , on his tip-toes with a taut muscular physique.
M Lees and Sons

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fig 1. A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base.
fig 1. Late C19th Italian Neapolitan Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Sculpture , After the Antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “.

The original bronze sculpture excavated from the site of a villa at Pompeii in 1830 , where it stood next to an impluvium basin to collect rainwater , and now exhibited in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Italy.

fig 2. A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base.
fig 2. Late C19th Italian Neapolitan Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Sculpture , After the Antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “.

In excellent original condition with an aged surface and patina .

Probably by J.Chiurazzi et Fils foundry of Naples .

NB. A larger 80cm copy sold at auction 14/05/2024 Dreweatts , Newbury, “Ken Bolan-My Minds Eye” Lot no. 166 £4200.

H 14”

W 5”

D 6”

Naples , Italy c.1890

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Bronze Dancing Faun Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1072822
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 246
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

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Archive I A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base.

Late C19th Italian Neapolitan Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Sculpture , After the Antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “.

Archive II A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View II
Archive III A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View III
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Archive V A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View V
Archive VI A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View VI
Archive VII A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View VII
Archive VIII A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View VIII
Archive IX A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View IX
Archive X A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View X
Archive XI A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View XI
Archive XII A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View XII
Archive XIII A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View XIII
Archive XIV A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View XIV
Archive XV A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View XV
Archive XVI A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View XVI
Archive XVII A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base. View XVII
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Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
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1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Feb 2013
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A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base.
Late C19th Italian Neapolitan bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir sculpture , after the antique, “The Dancing Faun of Pompeii “.
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A late nineteenth-century dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii standing in a dynamic pose on a rectangular bronze base.
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A Grand Tour bronze is a scale replica of a classical Greek or Roman statue, created primarily in Italy during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. These figures were acquired by European aristocrats and travellers undertaking the Grand Tour educational journey across continental Europe.

These sculptures were typically cast using the lost-wax (cire perdue) process, allowing for detailed reproduction of classical originals. Foundries achieved various surface patinations, ranging from dark brown to green, and mounted the figures on integral bronze or marble bases.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples display refined hand-chasing detail, substantial weight, and natural wear to raised areas and base edges. Many were produced by notable Neapolitan foundries such as Chiurazzi or Sommer, sometimes bearing foundry stamps or incised inscriptions.

A dark bronze statuette can be placed on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console table to introduce historical texture and classical proportion. Grouping the sculpture alongside hardback books, geometric ceramics, or framed prints creates visual contrast in contemporary spaces.

Preserve the original surface by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth or camel-hair brush. Avoid chemical cleaners, water, or abrasive polishes, and apply a thin layer of neutral microcrystalline wax annually to protect the patina from atmospheric oxidisation.
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