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Grand Tour Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius
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Grand Tour Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius

19th century
For Sale by Cella
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Large example of a late 19th century Grand Tour patinated bronze Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius after the antique original in the Palazzo del Conservatori in the Capitoline Museum in Rome. The bronze portrays Marcus Aurelius extending his hand in a gesture of adiocutio used by emperors when addressing their troops to show the Emperor as victorious. However, he is shown without weapons or armour, a symbol of peace rather than a military conquerer, for this is how he saw himself and his reign. Presented on a patinated bronze copy of the original plinth designed by Michelangelo with carved latin inscriptions. Bronze stamped 'Pandiani Milano' for the Milan art foundary of the Pandani dynasty which included Giovanni Pandiana (1809-1879), Constantino Pandiani (1837-1922) and Antonio Pandiani (1838-1928). The bronze was accompanied by a later associated plaque stating that the bronze was awarded to 'Senatore Ado Rossini' in 1929, the Italian Fascist Party banker and former senator. Good rare example of this statue in bronze at this size. Milan, Italy, circa 1890.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Marcus Aurelius Bronze Statue to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236676
Dealers Internal Reference
CA1131
Dealers Notes

Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

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Large example of a late 19th century Grand Tour patinated bronze Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius after the antique original in the Palazzo del Conservatori in the Capitoline Museum in Rome.
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The bronze portrays Marcus Aurelius extending his hand in a gesture of adiocutio used by emperors when addressing their troops to show the Emperor as victorious.
Cella

However, he is shown without weapons or armour, a symbol of peace rather than a military conquerer, for this is how he saw himself and his reign. Presented on a patinated bronze copy of the original plinth designed by Michelangelo with carved latin inscriptions. Bronze stamped 'Pandiani Milano' for the Milan art foundary of the Pandani dynasty which included Giovanni Pandiana (1809-1879), Constantino Pandiani (1837-1922) and Antonio Pandiani (1838-1928). The bronze was accompanied by a later associated plaque stating that the bronze was awarded to 'Senatore Ado Rossini' in 1929, the Italian Fascist Party banker and former senator. Good rare example of this statue in bronze at this size. Milan, Italy, circa 1890.

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Marcus Aurelius Bronze Statue to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236676
Dealers Internal Ref
CA1131
Cella
Cella
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Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth.
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth.

Grand Tour Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius

Archive II A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth. View VI
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A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth.
Grand Tour Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius
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A dark patinated bronze equestrian statue depicting the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback, set upon an inscribed bronze plinth.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBronze Sculpture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Tour
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsEquestrian figure, Inscribed plinth, Classical drapery
  • SizeH 55 cm (22 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 15.5 cm (6 in)

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Grand Tour equestrian statues are scale bronze reproductions of famous classical monuments, such as the ancient Roman statue of Marcus Aurelius, produced during the 18th and 19th centuries for European travellers completing their cultural education.

These statues were typically cast in bronze using the lost-wax technique, finished with a dark patina, and mounted upon moulded bronze or marble plinths featuring classical inscriptions.

Authentic pieces exhibit detailed lost-wax casting with hand-finished chasing, natural wear or oxidisation in deeper recesses, and precise classical proportions modelled directly after monumental originals.

Position the sculpture atop a mahogany desk, a mantelpiece, or a dedicated display pedestal in a study or hallway to serve as a structured classical focal point.

Dust gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfibre cloth, avoiding liquid solvents or abrasive chemicals; periodic application of microcrystalline wax will protect the patinated metal surface.
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