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C19th French 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Bronze Study , After the Antique, of "The Borghese Gladiator ".
M Lees and Sons
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C19th French 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Bronze Study , After the Antique, of "The Borghese Gladiator ".

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

C19th French 'Grand Tour' souvenir bronze study , after the antique , of "The Borghese Gladiator ".

Good large-scale bronze reduction of the ancient Hellenistic marble original now exhibited at the Louvre Museum , Paris , France. The statue was discovered at Nettuno, near Anzio , Italy in 1611 and thence to Cardinal Borghese's estate where it remained in a room named after it at the Villa Borghese , until 1807 when it was sold to Napoleon Bonaparte and taken to Paris.

The original marble sculpture signed by ‘Agasias of Ephesus , son of Dositheus ‘ circa 100 BC .

The study depicts the warrior in fighting pose with well-sculpted muscular physique and torso , having lost both his defensive shield and sword from his hands .

This version has been cast with a modesty fig-leaf.

Excellent dark green-ish consistent patination . Raised upon an integral rectangular plinth base , inscribed in fine script "Musee de Louvre" to front edge .

Examples of this iconic statue grace the museums , gardens and great houses and private collections of the world , including Houghton Hall , Highgrove , Chatsworth , Blenheim and Windsor.

H 15"

W 10.5"

D 5"

France c.1875

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Borghese Gladiator Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA418459
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 168
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:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

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.

Description
C19th French 'Grand Tour' souvenir bronze study , after the antique , of "The Borghese Gladiator ".
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Good large-scale bronze reduction of the ancient Hellenistic marble original now exhibited at the Louvre Museum , Paris , France.
M Lees and Sons

The statue was discovered at Nettuno, near Anzio , Italy in 1611 and thence to Cardinal Borghese's estate where it remained in a room named after it at the Villa Borghese , until 1807 when it was sold to Napoleon Bonaparte and taken to Paris.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base.
fig 1. C19th French 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Bronze Study , After the Antique, of "The Borghese Gladiator ".

The original marble sculpture signed by ‘Agasias of Ephesus , son of Dositheus ‘ circa 100 BC .

The study depicts the warrior in fighting pose with well-sculpted muscular physique and torso , having lost both his defensive shield and sword from his hands .

fig 2. A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base.
fig 2. C19th French 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Bronze Study , After the Antique, of "The Borghese Gladiator ".

This version has been cast with a modesty fig-leaf.

Excellent dark green-ish consistent patination . Raised upon an integral rectangular plinth base , inscribed in fine script "Musee de Louvre" to front edge .

fig 3. A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base.
fig 3. C19th French 'Grand Tour' Souvenir Bronze Study , After the Antique, of "The Borghese Gladiator ".

Examples of this iconic statue grace the museums , gardens and great houses and private collections of the world , including Houghton Hall , Highgrove , Chatsworth , Blenheim and Windsor.

H 15"

W 10.5"

D 5"

France c.1875

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Borghese Gladiator Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA418459
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 168
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 nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base.

C19th French 'Grand Tour' souvenir bronze study , after the antique, of "The Borghese Gladiator ".

Archive II A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View X
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Archive XIII A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base. View XIII
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Worcester
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A nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze study depicting the Borghese Gladiator posed dynamically on an integral rectangular base.
C19th French 'Grand Tour' souvenir bronze study , after the antique, of "The Borghese Gladiator ".
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Grand Tour bronzes are reduced-scale bronze replicas of classical Greek and Roman sculptures produced during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. European travellers acquired these souvenirs while visiting historic sites across Italy and France to display classical erudition.

French bronze studies were typically created using the lost-wax casting technique or sand casting methods. The cast bronze was subsequently hand-chased to refine anatomical details and finished with a chemical patina to achieve a uniform dark tone.

Authentic period bronzes feature hand-chased surface details, sharp muscle definition, and natural wear to the patina around raised edges. Look for integral cast bases, foundry stamps, or inscriptions, alongside historical construction features such as hand-cut threaded rods.

A classical bronze study provides architectural structure when placed on a library bookcase, marble mantelpiece, or console table. Pairing dark patinated metal with contrasting materials such as polished stone, light timber, or glass creates a structured display.

Regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth or camel-hair brush is sufficient for routine maintenance. To preserve the original patina, apply a thin layer of neutral microcrystalline wax periodically and buff gently, avoiding liquid metal polishes.
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