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Scarce C19th Italian Neapolitan ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Bronze Reduction of the Drunken Satyr of Herculaneum.
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Scarce C19th Italian Neapolitan ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Bronze Reduction of the Drunken Satyr of Herculaneum.

19th century
Sold 8 February 2025 · M Lees and Sons
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Scarce C19th Italian Neapolitan ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir bronze reduction of The Drunken Satyr of Herculaneum.

Well-cast model of the bronze statue after the antique ,of the drunken elderly Satyr or faun (“ satiro ebbro “) ,depicted lying naked on a rock upon a lion’s-skin . Excavated from Vesuvius-stricken buried Herculaneum in 1754 from the Villa of the Papyri , where it had adorned a swimming pool in the middle of the perstilium or colonnaded garden. The sculpture depicts a follower of the wine god Dionysus in inebriated repose .

Excellent attention to detail with a rich consistent patina and colour .

The original 1st century BC Roman bronze statue now displayed in the Naples Archaeological Museum in Italy .

H 10”

W 12”

D 5”

Italy , Naples c.1880

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA866969
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 221
Dealers Notes

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 .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

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Scarce C19th Italian Neapolitan ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir bronze reduction of The Drunken Satyr of Herculaneum.
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Well-cast model of the bronze statue after the antique ,of the drunken elderly Satyr or faun (“ satiro ebbro “) ,depicted lying naked on a rock upon a lion’s-skin.
M Lees and Sons

. Excavated from Vesuvius-stricken buried Herculaneum in 1754 from the Villa of the Papyri , where it had adorned a swimming pool in the middle of the perstilium or colonnaded garden. The sculpture depicts a follower of the wine god Dionysus in inebriated repose .

fig 1. A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a reclining mythological figure with one arm raised.
fig 1. Scarce C19th Italian Neapolitan ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Bronze Reduction of the Drunken Satyr of Herculaneum.

Excellent attention to detail with a rich consistent patina and colour .

The original 1st century BC Roman bronze statue now displayed in the Naples Archaeological Museum in Italy .

H 10”

W 12”

D 5”

Italy , Naples c.1880

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture to the 1880s.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA866969
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 221
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a reclining mythological figure with one arm raised. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Scarce C19th Italian Neapolitan ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Bronze Reduction of the Drunken Satyr of Herculaneum.

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a reclining mythological figure with one arm raised. View II
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
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Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Feb 2013
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a reclining mythological figure with one arm raised.
Scarce C19th Italian Neapolitan ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir bronze reduction of The Drunken Satyr of Herculaneum.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsReclining figure, Mythological satyr, Naturalistic rock base, Raised arm gesture
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

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Grand Tour bronzes were miniature or reduced-scale replicas of famous classical antiquities, purchased by wealthy young Europeans during the 18th and 19th centuries as cultural souvenirs of their travels through Italy.

These pieces were typically crafted using the lost-wax casting method (cire perdue) or sand-casting, finished with a chemical patination to simulate aged archaeological surfaces, and frequently cast in solid or hollow copper-alloy bronze.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-chased surface detailing, historical foundry marks, natural wear consistent with age, and a rich, stable patination rather than modern synthetic coatings.

Antique bronzes add gravitas and classical contrast when styled on top of stackable art books, within a library shelving display, or as a focal point on a mantelpiece.

Maintain antique bronze by dusting gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical cleaning agents, and keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and high humidity to preserve the original patina.
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