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C19th Italian Bronze 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Statue of Lorenzo De Medici.
M Lees and Sons
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C19th Italian Bronze 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Statue of Lorenzo De Medici.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
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C19th Italian bronze 'Grand Tour' souvenir statue of Lorenzo de Medici. Good quality bronze reduction of the Michelangelo marble statue from the tomb of Lorenzo de Medici situated in the 'Capello de Medici ' ,Basilica of San Lorenzo , Florence ,Italy.

Michelangelo's depiction of his subject and patron ,sits above the sarcophagus tomb in the Medici funerary chapel ,guarded by reclining marble figures portraying 'Dawn' and 'Dusk' . His elbow resting upon a money box probably a reference to the Medici family's banking operations , whilst his pseudo-Roman armour is a reference to him being granted Roman citizenship .

Lorenzo de' Medici (1449-1492) was an Italian statesman and 'de facto' ruler of the Florentine Republic during the Italian Renaissance. Known as "Il Magnifico", he was a diplomat ,politician and patron of scholars ,artists and poets.

Well-detailed casting of excellent patina and colour.

H 11.5"

W 4"

D 4.5"

Italy c.1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Statue to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA365774
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 1510
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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C19th Italian bronze 'Grand Tour' souvenir statue of Lorenzo de Medici.
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Good quality bronze reduction of the Michelangelo marble statue from the tomb of Lorenzo de Medici situated in the 'Capello de Medici ' ,Basilica of San Lorenzo , Florence ,Italy.
M Lees and Sons
fig 1. A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base.
fig 1. C19th Italian Bronze 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Statue of Lorenzo De Medici.

Michelangelo's depiction of his subject and patron ,sits above the sarcophagus tomb in the Medici funerary chapel ,guarded by reclining marble figures portraying 'Dawn' and 'Dusk' . His elbow resting upon a money box probably a reference to the Medici family's banking operations , whilst his pseudo-Roman armour is a reference to him being granted Roman citizenship .

fig 2. A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base.
fig 2. C19th Italian Bronze 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Statue of Lorenzo De Medici.

Lorenzo de' Medici (1449-1492) was an Italian statesman and 'de facto' ruler of the Florentine Republic during the Italian Renaissance. Known as "Il Magnifico", he was a diplomat ,politician and patron of scholars ,artists and poets.

Well-detailed casting of excellent patina and colour.

H 11.5"

W 4"

D 4.5"

Italy c.1880

Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Statue to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA365774
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 1510
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 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base.

C19th Italian Bronze 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Statue of Lorenzo De Medici.

Archive II A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View II
Archive III A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View VI
Archive VII A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View VII
Archive VIII A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View VIII
Archive IX A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View IX
Archive X A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View X
Archive XI A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View XI
Archive XII A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View XII
Archive XIII A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View XIII
Archive XIV A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base. View XIV
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A dark patinated 19th-century Italian bronze statue depicting a seated, pensive Lorenzo de Medici wearing classical armour on a rectangular base.
C19th Italian bronze 'Grand Tour' souvenir statue of Lorenzo de Medici.
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During the 18th and 19th centuries, aristocratic European travellers undertook the Grand Tour, purchasing scaled bronze reductions of famous Renaissance and classical sculptures, such as Michelangelos Lorenzo de Medici, as educational souvenirs.

These figures were typically cast using lost-wax or sand-casting methods, followed by hand-chasing to refine detail and the application of a dark chemical patina or lacquer finish.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-chased surface details, substantial cast metal weight, natural patination wear on raised areas, and occasionally foundry marks or reduction stamps.

Place the sculpture on a dark wood bookcase, marble-topped console, or desk surface to introduce historic structure and tactile weight to contemporary shelving.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry cloth or natural bristle brush, avoiding liquid polish or abrasive chemicals, and apply microcrystalline wax occasionally to protect the patinated surface.
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