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Grand Tour Carved Wood Figure of the Goddess Fortuna. Circa 1790
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for sale €1,726     $1,873
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Grand Tour Carved Wood Figure of the Goddess Fortuna. Circa 1790

19th century
Description

The finely carved figure mounted on its gilded and lead loaded column, complete with its original base.

Footnote: Fortuna (equivalent to the Greek goddess Tyche) the goddess of fortune and the personification of luck in Roman religion.

35cm High.

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Declaration

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Grand Tour Fortuna Statue to the 1800s.

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SA1179974
Dealers Internal Reference
24482
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Description
The finely carved figure mounted on its gilded and lead loaded column, complete with its original base.
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Footnote: Fortuna (equivalent to the Greek goddess Tyche) the goddess of fortune and the personification of luck in Roman religion.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

35cm High.

Height
35cm (13.78")
Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Grand Tour Fortuna Statue to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179974
Dealers Internal Ref
24482
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 ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base.
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Archive I A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base.

Grand Tour Carved Wood Figure of the Goddess Fortuna. Circa 1790

Archive II A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View II
Archive III A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View III
Archive IV A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View IV
Archive V A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View V
Archive VI A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View VI
Archive VII A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View VII
Archive VIII A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View VIII
Archive IX A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base. View IX
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07880 602715
Location
Kendall House
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6AG 7
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
Verified Since May 2022
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base.
Grand Tour carved wood figure of the goddess Fortuna. Circa 1790
Ref: SA1179974
A dark ebonised carved wood figure of the classical goddess Fortuna set atop a gilded fluted column pedestal and square base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialWood, Ebonised Wood, Gilt Wood
  • ColourBlack, Gold
  • MotifsFluted column pedestal, Classical drapery, Allegorical figure, Gilded base
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in)

This Neoclassical Grand Tour sculpture depicts Fortuna, the Roman goddess of fortune and luck, shown with classical drapery. Dating from circa 1790, the piece is made from ebonised and gilt wood, displaying a striking contrast of black and gold colourings. The standing allegorical figure is mounted on a gilded fluted column pedestal, complete with its original square base and lead loading. The figure's hand rests upon a pillar adorned with a small ball motif. The sculpture stands 35 cm high. This decorative object suits placement on a mantelpiece within a gentleman's library or study interior, adding a classical antique accent to a room setting.

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During the 18th and 19th centuries, European travellers undertook the Grand Tour across classical sites, collecting carved wood figures and scale replicas of classical deities as educational mementos and decorative art objects.

These sculptures were typically carved from fine hardwoods such as lime, walnut, or boxwood, often detailed with ebonised paint finishes, patination, or water gilding applied over a gesso preparation layer.

Authentic period pieces display distinct hand-carving marks, natural wood shrinkage or minor craquelure along the grain, and genuine surface wear to original gilding and ebonised paint coatings.

Place the figure on a mantelpiece, side table, or inside a curated bookshelf display alongside architectural drawings and hardback volumes to add classical symmetry and texture.

Dust surfaces lightly using a dry, soft camel-hair brush, avoiding water or chemical polishes, and place the sculpture away from direct heat sources and variable humidity to prevent timber splitting.
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