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Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Bronze Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique, of ‘The Apollo Belvedere’.
M Lees and Sons
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Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Bronze Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique, of ‘The Apollo Belvedere’.

19th century
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Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ bronze souvenir reduction, after the antique, of ‘The Apollo Belvedere’ .

Well-cast bronze reduction statue of the iconic Greek god known as the ‘Apollo Belvedere’ or the ‘Pythian Apollo’ . Depicted in a contrapposto pose wearing his chlamys or cloak and strapped sandals , his arm outstretched holding his bow having just slain the mythical Python guarding the entrance to the sanctuary of Delphi, a quiver of arrows across his back . Fitted with a cast bronze ‘modesty’ fig-leaf .

Raised on a circular base , presumably previously mounted upon a revolving base with a turning handle still present .

Good consistent colour and patina , in excellent original condition with no damage or losses .

H 13”

W 9”

D 4”

Italy , probably Naples c.1890

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
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M Lees and Sons has dated this Apollo Belvedere Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215590
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 265
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

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Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

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Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ bronze souvenir reduction, after the antique, of ‘The Apollo Belvedere’ .
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Well-cast bronze reduction statue of the iconic Greek god known as the ‘Apollo Belvedere’ or the ‘Pythian Apollo’.
M Lees and Sons

. Depicted in a contrapposto pose wearing his chlamys or cloak and strapped sandals , his arm outstretched holding his bow having just slain the mythical Python guarding the entrance to the sanctuary of Delphi, a quiver of arrows across his back . Fitted with a cast bronze ‘modesty’ fig-leaf .

fig 1. A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base.
fig 1. Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ Bronze Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique, of ‘The Apollo Belvedere’.

Raised on a circular base , presumably previously mounted upon a revolving base with a turning handle still present .

Good consistent colour and patina , in excellent original condition with no damage or losses .

H 13”

W 9”

D 4”

Italy , probably Naples c.1890

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Apollo Belvedere Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215590
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 265
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

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Archive I A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base.

Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ bronze souvenir reduction, after the antique, of ‘The Apollo Belvedere’.

Archive II A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View VI
Archive VII A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View VII
Archive VIII A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View VIII
Archive IX A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View IX
Archive X A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View X
Archive XI A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View XI
Archive XII A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View XII
Archive XIII A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View XIII
Archive XIV A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View XIV
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Archive XVI A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base. View XVI
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Severn St
Worcester
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United Kingdom
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A dark patinated bronze figure depicting the classical god Apollo standing nude with drapery over his arm on a round base.
Late C19th Italian ‘Grand Tour’ bronze souvenir reduction, after the antique, of ‘The Apollo Belvedere’.
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A Grand Tour bronze reduction is a scale replica of an iconic classical statue, produced primarily in Italy during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries as souvenirs for wealthy European travellers completing the Grand Tour.

These sculptures were typically cast in solid or hollow bronze using the lost-wax (cire perdue) process, followed by hand-chasing to refine details and the application of chemical patinas to achieve dark brown or green surface tones.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-chased fine details, natural age-related patina, evidence of traditional casting seams or core-plugging, and a substantial weight relative to modern alloy cast reproductions.

A classical bronze sculpture can be styled on a mantlepiece, bookshelf, or side table alongside contemporary art and minimalist furniture to create an eclectic contrast between antique forms and modern lines.

Clean patinated bronze by dusting gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or soft brush, and apply a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax annually to protect the surface finish from moisture and oxidisation.
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