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A 19th Century Head and Shoulder Bronze Cast Bust of Dante, 21cm Wide
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A 19th Century Head and Shoulder Bronze Cast Bust of Dante, 21cm Wide

19th century
Sold 14 November 2025 · Gilt and Gesso
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A 19th Century Head and Shoulder Bronze Cast Bust of Dante, 21cm wide

A fine quality 19th century cast bronze head and shoulder bust of the 13th century, Italian poet, philosopher and writer, Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) an excellent crisp cast example weighing apx 10kg with a timeworn, aged patina.., an early example, not a recent copy.

Dimensions

Width 21cm

Height 18cm

Depth 12cm

An elegant example of a 19th bronze bust of Dante, remaining an influential pioneer of Italian Renaissance culture that endures in today’s modern Italy. It is likely to be from Italy and collected as a Grand Tour trophy.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Bronze Bust of Dante to the 19th Century.

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SA1101204
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A 19th Century Head and Shoulder Bronze Cast Bust of Dante, 21cm wide

A fine quality 19th century cast bronze head and shoulder bust of the 13th century, Italian poet, philosopher and writer, Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) an excellent crisp cast example weighing apx 10kg with a timeworn, aged patina.., an early example, not a recent copy.

fig 1. A dark bronze cast bust of Dante Alighieri showing the head and shoulders wearing a traditional cap.
fig 1. A 19th Century Head and Shoulder Bronze Cast Bust of Dante, 21cm Wide

Dimensions

Width 21cm

Height 18cm

Depth 12cm

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An elegant example of a 19th bronze bust of Dante, remaining an influential pioneer of Italian Renaissance culture that endures in today’s modern Italy.
Gilt and Gesso

It is likely to be from Italy and collected as a Grand Tour trophy.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

Dispatched UK and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Bronze Bust of Dante to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1101204
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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Archive I A dark bronze cast bust of Dante Alighieri showing the head and shoulders wearing a traditional cap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A 19th Century Head and Shoulder Bronze Cast Bust of Dante, 21cm Wide

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A dark bronze cast bust of Dante Alighieri showing the head and shoulders wearing a traditional cap.
A 19th Century Head and Shoulder Bronze Cast Bust of Dante, 21cm wide
Ref: SA1101204
A dark bronze cast bust of Dante Alighieri showing the head and shoulders wearing a traditional cap.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures & Busts
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHead and shoulders depiction, Traditional cap, Patinated surface
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 21 cm (8 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Dante Alighieri portrait busts gained significant popularity during the 19th century, driven by a romantic revival of interest in medieval literature, Italian history, and classical humanism. These sculptures often drew inspiration from early frescoes and supposed death masks, serving as scholarly homages to the author of the Divine Comedy.

Nineteenth-century bronze sculptures were predominantly produced using the lost-wax method or sand-casting techniques. The resulting bronze alloy typically consisted of copper combined with tin and zinc, often finished with chemical patinations to achieve deep brown, green, or near-black tonal surfaces.

Authentication involves examining the casting seams, tool marks, patination depth, and the composition of the metal alloy. True 19th-century pieces generally exhibit natural wear, stable oxidisation beneath the patina, and manufacturing characteristics consistent with historical foundry practices rather than modern cold-casting or resin replication.

An antique bronze bust adds gravitas and intellectual weight to a room when placed on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or executive desk. It pairs well with leather-bound books, dark wood furniture, and minimalist surroundings, serving as a focal point that bridges classical history with modern styling.

Bronze sculptures should be dusted gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to prevent surface scratching. Avoid using water, household detergents, or chemical polishes, as these can strip the historic patination; an occasional application of microcrystalline wax can help protect the metal from atmospheric moisture.
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