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Grand Tour Bronze Figure. The Dancing Faun of Pompeii
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for sale €1,755     $1,905
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Grand Tour Bronze Figure. The Dancing Faun of Pompeii

19th century
Description

Grand tour bronze figure. The Dancing Faun of Pompeii

On stepped base with Sienna marble plinth. Late 19th century.

37cm high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Faun to the 19th Century.

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SA1168559
Dealers Internal Reference
24468
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Description
Grand tour bronze figure. The Dancing Faun of Pompeii

On stepped base with Sienna marble plinth. Late 19th century.

37cm high.

Height
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Faun to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1168559
Dealers Internal Ref
24468
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Kendall house antiques a traditional shop in the north cotswold’s market town of chipping campden.

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A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base.
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base.

Grand Tour Bronze Figure. The Dancing Faun of Pompeii

Archive II A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base. View VI
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07880 602715
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Kendall House
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6AG 7
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 150
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Location: Kendall House, High Street, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6AG 7, United Kingdom
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A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base.
Grand tour bronze figure. The Dancing Faun of Pompeii
Ref: SA1168559
A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the Dancing Faun of Pompeii mounted on a moulded bronze and marble plinth base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Tour
  • MaterialBronze, Marble
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDynamic dancing pose, Crown of leaves, Classical nude, Tiered plinth base
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in)

This nineteenth-century Grand Tour bronze figure depicts the Dancing Faun of Pompeii in a dynamic dancing pose with a classical nude male form. The dark brown patinated bronze sculpture features a crown of leaves atop the head, an expressive bearded face, raised arms with expressive finger gestures, and legs crossed in mid-step. The sculpture stands on a stepped bronze plinth base mounted over a Sienna marble plinth with clean architectural mouldings. The item stands 37 cm high. The piece is suited for placement on a mantelpiece in a gentleman's library or study, serving as a classical decorative accent within a traditional interior scheme. The combination of patinated bronze and warm marble tones creates a striking contrast that complements classic architectural details in a home study or living area.

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Grand Tour bronzes originated during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries when affluent travellers undertook educational trips across continental Europe. Italian foundries produced small-scale bronze replicas of famous classical Greek and Roman statues as souvenirs for these collectors.

These figures were traditionally cast in solid or hollow bronze using the lost-wax (cire perdue) process. After casting, metalworkers hand-chased the fine anatomical details and applied chemical patinas to achieve dark brown, olive, or black surface finishes before mounting them onto marble or stone bases.

Authentic period examples exhibit precise hand-finished detail, crisp muscular definition, and natural wear to the patina on high-relief areas. They typically feature heavy weight relative to their size, historical mounting techniques with hand-cut screws or square nuts, and occasionally foundry stamps or maker signatures.

A bronze statuette serves as a focal point on a mantelpiece, executive desk, or within a curated bookshelf display. Combining dark patinated bronze with lighter contemporary stone or minimalist timber surfaces creates an engaging textural contrast.

Regular dusting with a soft, dry bristle brush or microfibre cloth is recommended to remove dirt from crevices. Avoid water, abrasive cleansers, and harsh polish; applying a thin layer of microcrystalline wax once a year protects the original patina from atmospheric moisture.
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