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C19th Bronze Bust Study Of The Mythological Greek Hero, Ajax.

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Sold by: M Lees and Sons

C19th bronze bust study of the mythological Greek hero, Ajax.
 
Well-cast French or Italian bronze bust portrait study of the mythological Greek warrior hero, Ajax .
 
Son of King Telamon , he plays an important role and is portrayed as a towering figure and a warrior of great courage in Homer''s ''Iliad'' and in the ''Epic Cycle'' , a series of epic poems about the Trojan Wars.
 
Good cast detail to the helmet featuring eagles, centaurs and panthers amongst the decoration . The body and shoulders with a parcel-gilt outlined sash detail and gilded button to the robe. The head faced to right or ''dexter'' .
 
Raised on turned gilded bronze socle base with square section plinth below.
 
Has a good dark patination with some minor rubbing caused by cleaning, commensurate with age. The gilded bronze base with minor wear and rubbing.
 
Smart and decorative desk-top scale bust study.
 
H 10''
 
W 6''
 
D 4''
 
Italy or France c.1870
 
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 .
 
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Internal Reference: ML 1708
Antique Number: SA488117
Dateline of this antique is 1870
Height is 26cm (10.2inches)
Width is 15cm (5.9inches)
Depth is 10cm (3.9inches)
Antique #SA488117, shown on this page, originates from 1870. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
1870
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M Lees and Sons
M.Lees & Sons , 'Tower House' , Severn St., Worcester WR12NB Tel . 07860826218
M Lees and Sons is also an antique trade association member of LAPADA CINOA
Worcestershire
United Kingdom
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THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD
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