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Grand Tour Bronze of Lorenzo Di Piero De Medici
Devonshire Antiques
for sale €1,141     $1,238
£975

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Grand Tour Bronze of Lorenzo Di Piero De Medici

19th century
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A19th Century bronze of Lorenzo di Piero de Medici after the original marble statue carved by Michelangelo in the Sagrestia Nuova in San Lorenzo Florence , portrayed with his mind deep In thought ,,nickname ( the thoughtful one ).

Nice condition, having a good dark patina.

27 cm height

8.7cm width

9.7 cm depth

£975

Contact 07970119030.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
8.7cm (3.43")
Depth
9.7cm (3.82")
Declaration

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA772241
Description
A19th Century bronze of Lorenzo di Piero de Medici after the original marble statue carved by Michelangelo in the Sagrestia Nuova in San Lorenzo Florence , portrayed with his mind deep In thought ,,nickname ( the thoughtful one ).

Nice condition, having a good dark patina.

27 cm height

8.7cm width

9.7 cm depth

£975

Contact 07970119030.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
8.7cm (3.43")
Depth
9.7cm (3.82")
Date of Manufacture

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA772241
Devonshire Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017
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A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base.
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base.

Grand Tour Bronze of Lorenzo Di Piero De Medici

Archive II A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base. View V
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Devonshire Antiques
Telephone 07970 119030 or 01822 612475
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Tavistock
Devon
United Kingdom

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A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base.
Grand tour bronze of Lorenzo di Piero de Medici
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A dark patinated bronze statuette depicting Lorenzo de Medici seated in armor with a hand resting against his chin on a square base.
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A Grand Tour bronze sculpture is a nineteenth-century scale replica of classical or Renaissance monuments, created in Italy and Europe for travellers as historical souvenirs of their cultural education.

These bronzes were cast using the lost-wax or sand-casting method, followed by hand-chasing details and applying a dark chemical patina before mounting onto a marble or stone base.

Authentic period examples exhibit crisp hand-tooling on armour and drapery, crisp casting seams under inspection, age-appropriate wear to the patina on raised surfaces, and substantial weight.

A Grand Tour bronze statuette functions as a focal accent on a dark timber bookshelf, executive desk, or fireplace mantelpiece alongside contemporary artwork to create historical contrast.

Dust the bronze regularly with a soft dry cloth or soft-bristled brush, avoiding chemical cleaners or liquid polish, and apply a thin coat of microcrystalline wax periodically to protect the original surface patination.
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