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Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Lead Satyr Musician
London City Antiques
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Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Lead Satyr Musician

19th century
Description

Unusual antique Victorian quality lead figure of a satyr musician sat upon a rock playing a flute type instrument. In beautiful weathered condition.

55 x 23 x 22.5cm

Date 1870

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
22.5cm (8.86")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Lead Garden Statue to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1166030
Dealers Internal Reference
1164
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Description
Unusual antique Victorian quality lead figure of a satyr musician sat upon a rock playing a flute type instrument. In beautiful weathered condition.

55 x 23 x 22.5cm

Date 1870

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
22.5cm (8.86")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Lead Garden Statue to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1166030
Dealers Internal Ref
1164
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A weathered grey lead statue depicting a seated satyr child playing double pipes on a rocky base.

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Lead Satyr Musician

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Telephone 07834 270 128
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Stutton
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP9 2SD
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London City Antiques
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Location: The Coach House, Stutton, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2SD, United Kingdom
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A weathered grey lead statue depicting a seated satyr child playing double pipes on a rocky base.
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Lead Satyr Musician
Ref: SA1166030
A weathered grey lead statue depicting a seated satyr child playing double pipes on a rocky base.
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FAQs

Classical mythology inspired garden statuary throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, with figures like satyrs, fauns, and putti frequently depicted playing musical instruments to symbolise pastoral harmony and nature.

Lead garden figures were typically produced using sand casting or lost-wax techniques, where molten lead was poured into molds. This heavy metal was favoured for outdoor use due to its low melting point, malleability, and exceptional weather resistance.

Authentic pieces feature substantial weight, seam marks from original multi-part molds, and a natural grey oxidisation layer often accompanied by lichen growth. Hand-finished details on the face, hair, and musical instruments also indicate period craftsmanship.

Lead statues are suitable for placement as focal points along garden pathways, within conservatory planting schemes, or indoors beside a fireplace hearth to bring an architectural element into living spaces.

Lead statuary requires minimal intervention; gentle rinsing with clean water and a soft bristle brush removes excess dirt while preserving the historical patina and natural surface oxidisation.
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