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Superb French Antique (19thc) Large Bronze Statue Of Diana Of Gabii (artemis)

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Fine French antique (19thC) large bronze statue of Diana of Gabii (Artemis), a Grand Tour-era reproduction of the famous ancient marble statue attributed to Praxiteles (now in the Louvre). She is depicted in the middle of pinning her mantle, holding a fibula in her right hand, lifting a fold to her right shoulder, while her left hand lifts another piece towards her chest, causing the collar to fall leaving her shoulder exposed. Good quality casting. 51cm high x 15cm x 13cm (base), 8.5kg.
 
Excellent condition
 
The original marble statue was discovered in 1792 by Scottish archaeologist Gavin Hamilton on the property of the Prince Borghese at Gabii, near Rome, and was added to the prince''s collection. In 1807, suffering from financial difficulties, the prince was forced to sell the statue to Napoleon and it has been on display in the Louvre since 1820.
 
Internal Reference: AD740
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1193785
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 51cm (20.1inches)
Width is 15cm (5.9inches)
Depth is 13cm (5.1inches)
Antique SA1193785 shown on this page was made in the 19th Century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
19th Century
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