Impressive C19th large bronze Grand Tour sculpture of Venus de Milo, of very large scale; this well cast, classical figure with a good rich patina emphasising her shape and curves.
Venus de Milo, is an ancient Greek statue and one of the most famous works of ancient Greek sculpture. Created sometime between 130 and 100 BC, the statue is believed to depict Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. The original marble sculpture is currently on permanent display at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The statue is named after the Greek island of Milos, where it was discovered.
Very good condition
Italian circa 1880
Dimensions (ins) 40 high x 12 wide x 11.5 deep
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Internal Reference: R0405
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA593437
Dateline of this antique is 1880
Height is 101cm (39.8inches)
Width is 30.5cm (12.0inches)
Depth is 29cm (11.4inches)
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