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Bronze Sculpture of an Ancient Scholar
Devonshire Antiques
for sale €1,112     $1,207
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Bronze Sculpture of an Ancient Scholar

19th century
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An 19th century bronze sculpture of an ancient looking bearded scholar, holding a book. Mounted on a green marble base.

Approx

Height 40cm

Width 18cm

Width of base 20cm

£950

Contact 07970119030

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
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Devonshire Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Scholar Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA614899
Description
An 19th century bronze sculpture of an ancient looking bearded scholar, holding a book. Mounted on a green marble base.

Approx

Height 40cm

Width 18cm

Width of base 20cm

£950

Contact 07970119030

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Scholar Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA614899
Devonshire Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017
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Devonshire Antiques
Telephone 07970 119030 or 01822 612475
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19 Market St
Tavistock
Devon
United Kingdom

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A patinated dark bronze sculpture depicting a draped, bearded ancient scholar seated on a green veined marble base.
Bronze sculpture of an ancient scholar
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A patinated dark bronze sculpture depicting a draped, bearded ancient scholar seated on a green veined marble base.
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Neoclassical bronze scholar sculptures portray classical historical or philosophical figures dressed in draped robes and holding texts, created to symbolise wisdom and academic learning.

These sculptures were typically cast using the lost-wax or sand casting method, hand-chased to refine surface detail, and mounted on carved marble or stone plinths.

Authentic pieces display natural patina wear in high-contact areas, subtle casting seams or hand-chasing marks, appropriate physical weight, and period-correct mounting hardware beneath the stone base.

Positioning a bronze statue on a dark wood desk, mantelpiece, or styled bookshelf creates a focal point that adds historical texture to contemporary interior schemes.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft dry cloth or soft-bristled brush, and apply a light coat of microcrystalline wax periodically to protect the original patina from oxidisation and moisture.
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