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A Pair of Grand Tour Bronzes Entitled ‘The Runners’
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A Pair of Grand Tour Bronzes Entitled ‘The Runners’

19th century
Sold 2 March 2025 · Anthemion Antiques and Interiors
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This wonderful pair of Grand Tour bronzes known as ‘The Runners’ or ‘The Athletes’ date to the 19thC in excellent condition. This pair without fig leaves

Physical Dimensions
Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Anthemion Antiques and Interiors has dated this Grand Tour Bronze to the 19th Century.

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SA1125728
Description
This wonderful pair of Grand Tour bronzes known as ‘The Runners’ or ‘The Athletes’ date to the 19thC in excellent condition. This pair without fig leaves
Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Anthemion Antiques and Interiors has dated this Grand Tour Bronze to the 19th Century.

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SA1125728
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A Pair of Grand Tour Bronzes Entitled ‘The Runners’

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Anthemion Antiques and Interiors
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Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 1XG
United Kingdom
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A pair of dark patinated bronze figural sculptures depicting male runners posed on rectangular plinths.
A pair of Grand Tour Bronzes entitled ‘The Runners’
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A pair of dark patinated bronze figural sculptures depicting male runners posed on rectangular plinths.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsClassical male figures, Patinated surface, Rectangular plinth base
  • SizeH 21.5 cm (8 in) x W 16.5 cm (6 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

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Grand Tour bronzes are small-scale bronze replicas of classical antiquities collected by wealthy travellers during the 18th and 19th centuries as they toured cultural sites across Europe, particularly Italy.

These sculptures were typically produced using the lost-wax casting method, utilizing bronze or brass alloys, and often finished with a dark chemical patina to simulate excavated ancient artefacts.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the quality of the casting, the depth and wear of the patina, tool marks on the underside, and the weight and composition of the metal alloy characteristic of 19th-century foundry work.

They can be displayed on libraries, mantelpieces, or dedicated display cabinets to introduce classical proportion, historical depth, and sculptural contrast to modern minimalist or traditional schemes.

Bronzes should be dusted gently with a soft, dry brush and occasionally treated with microcrystalline wax to protect the patina from moisture and handling oils; chemical polishes must be avoided.
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