C19th Italian Classical Bronze Sculpture ‘Venus Pudica’ on a Marble Base.

C19th Italian classical bronze sculpture ‘Venus Pudica’ on a marble base .

‘Grand Tour’ souvenir after the antique, depicting Venus or Aphrodite depicted nude in a shy pose , attempting to conceal her modesty.

The goddess is shown contrapposto with her arms and hands covering her nudity , probably after bathing .

Well-cast detail and excellent consistent patination and colour.

The sculpture is mounted upon an original turned black marble base .

High quality objects such as this bronze were produced to satisfy the demand for momentoes and souvenirs by wealthy tourists completing ‘The Grand Tour’ of Europe visiting the classical and cultural sights and site of Europe throughout the C18th and C19th centuries.

In excellent original condition.

H 12”

W 4”

D 4”

Italy c.1880

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