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Stone Bust of Athena on Plinth
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Stone Bust of Athena on Plinth

1920 - 1940
Description

Weathered tall stone plinth with a stone bust of Athena on socle base, innvery good overall condition.

54" high

35" pedestal

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You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

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Vintage Garden UK has dated this Stone Bust on Plinth to the 1930s.

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SA1210299
Description
Weathered tall stone plinth with a stone bust of Athena on socle base, innvery good overall condition.

54" high

35" pedestal

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

EXCLUDES SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

FOR EUROPEAN AND WORLDWIDE DELIVERIES PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE

fig 1. A weathered cast stone bust of classical goddess Athena set atop a turned cylindrical stone plinth.
fig 1. Stone Bust of Athena on Plinth

You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

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Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham).
Vintage Garden UK

We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

Date of Manufacture

Vintage Garden UK has dated this Stone Bust on Plinth to the 1930s.

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Archive I A weathered cast stone bust of classical goddess Athena set atop a turned cylindrical stone plinth.

Stone Bust of Athena on Plinth

Archive II A weathered cast stone bust of classical goddess Athena set atop a turned cylindrical stone plinth. View II
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Archive VI A weathered cast stone bust of classical goddess Athena set atop a turned cylindrical stone plinth. View VI
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Vintage Garden UK
Telephone 07968 450046 or 07377 527316
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6 The Elms Business Park
Applyby Magna
Derbyshire
DE127AP
United Kingdom
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A weathered cast stone bust of classical goddess Athena set atop a turned cylindrical stone plinth.
Stone Bust of Athena on Plinth
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A weathered cast stone bust of classical goddess Athena set atop a turned cylindrical stone plinth.
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  • ObjectGarden Statuary
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialReconstituted Stone, Cast Stone
  • ColourWeathered Grey
  • MotifsClassical drapery, Turned column plinth, Coiffed hair, Pedestal base

This Neoclassical garden statuary from 1930 comprises a cast stone bust of Athena set upon a matching turned cylindrical stone plinth. The composition displays classical drapery across the shoulders, coiffed hair bound by a fillet, and a pedestal base with organic floral relief carving. Both components exhibit a weathered grey finish with accumulated moss, lichen patches, and darker grime in the recessed mouldings and crevices. The cast stone shows surface pitting and textural aging consistent with outdoor exposure. Measuring 137 cm high, the sculpture stands as an imposing vertical accent for an empty corner within an English country house interior, a conservatory, or a sheltered outdoor terrace. The classical proportions and neutral weathered grey tone allow integration into traditional garden designs or formal courtyard settings. Regular placement requires a stable, level surface capable of supporting heavy masonry structures in a domestic garden or patio environment.

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Neoclassical garden statuary draws inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman art, featuring idealized human proportions, classical drapery, and mythological subjects like Athena. Popularized during the Grand Tour era, these sculptures were traditionally placed in formal landscapes and classical estate grounds.

Classical busts were historically carved from solid marble or limestone, while 19th and 20th-century garden examples are frequently cast from reconstituted stone or concrete. Reconstituted stone combines crushed natural stone aggregates with cement binders, allowing detailed mouldings that withstand weathering over time.

Aged stone statuary displays natural weathering, including organic lichen or moss growth, mild surface erosion, and colour variation from exposure to rain and sun. Seam lines from casting moulds, small air bubbles, and a dense, heavy weight are typical physical indicators of cast stone construction.

A stone bust on a tall plinth creates a focal point at the terminus of a garden path, against a brick wall, or framed by evergreen foliage. Indoors, it adds architectural height and classical structure when placed in an entry hall, alcove, or corner space.

Clean stone statuary using soft-bristled nylon brushes and plain water to preserve the natural aged patina. To prevent frost damage during severe winter freezes, cover the sculpture or relocate it to a sheltered area to stop trapped moisture from expanding and cracking the stone.
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