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Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Narcissus
For sale by Pearse Lukies Antiques Ltd
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Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Narcissus

19th century
Description

Grand tour bronze statue of Narcissus in nice black patina

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Height
40cm (15.75")
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Pearse Lukies Antiques Ltd has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Narcissus to the 19th Century.

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SA1125983
Dealers Internal Reference
S00247
Description
Grand tour bronze statue of Narcissus in nice black patina
Height
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Pearse Lukies Antiques Ltd has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Narcissus to the 19th Century.

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SA1125983
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S00247
Pearse Lukies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2023
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A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder.
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder.

Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Narcissus

Archive II A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder. View VI
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Pearse Lukies Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01263 734137
Location
1 Cromer Road
Aylsham
Norfolk
NR11 6HE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Pearse Lukies Antiques Ltd
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A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder.
Grand tour patinated bronze Narcissus
Ref: SA1125983
A dark patinated bronze statuette of Narcissus standing on a circular stepped base wearing laced sandals with drapery over his shoulder.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Tour
  • MaterialPatinated Bronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsClassical contrapposto pose, Laced sandals, Draped shoulder skin, Moulded circular base
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in)

This nineteenth-century Grand Tour sculpture depicts Narcissus cast in patinated bronze with a dark brown finish. The figure stands in a classical contrapposto pose on a moulded circular base, wearing laced sandals and an animal skin draped over his shoulder. The statuette exhibits a dark, reflective surface that accentuates the contours of the body and the intricate detailing of the footwear and drapery. Alongside the central sculpture, the surrounding tabletop arrangement displays a miniature chest of drawers with decorative floral inlay, a carved wooden column with a twisted spiral shaft, and a rectangular box with small brass handles. Standing 40 cm high, the statue is well-suited for display on a mantelpiece or atop a desk within a gentleman's library or study.

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A Grand Tour Narcissus bronze is a 19th-century scaled replica of the classical statue unearthed at Pompeii in 1862. Traditionally acquired by British travellers completing their European Grand Tour, these statues depict the youth in a classical pose wearing laced sandals.

These figures were cast in solid bronze using either the lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand-casting method. After casting, metalworkers applied chemical patination, resulting in dark brown, black, or deep green tonal finishes.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-chased details, natural casting seam wear, and historic patination rather than modern painted coatings. They usually possess solid weight and typical 19th-century base proportions.

Classical bronzes integrate into contemporary schemes when placed on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table, serving as an architectural focal point alongside modern artwork or structured foliage.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth or soft-bristled brush. To protect the patination, apply a thin layer of neutral microcrystalline wax occasionally and buff gently, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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