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Late C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .
M Lees and Sons
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Late C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Late C19th Italian bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir reduction, after the antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .

Mounted on the original Rosso Levanto marble base with a moulded edge. Well cast detailed study of the iconic sculpture , depicting the wounded Gaul wearing his neck torc ,slumped upon his broken sword , shield and horn in defeat.

Naked apart from a modesty fig-leaf , the mortally wounded warrior is portrayed with his head bent downward , his belt and discarded martial equipment lie around him .

The Roman marble version of the Hellenistic original was re-discovered in the C17th whilst excavations were made for the “Villa Ludovisi “ in Rome , and later housed therein. Now exhibited in the Capitoline Museum, Rome .

Marble and bronze copies of this powerful sculpture can be found in many of the sculpture galleries of the great English countryhouse collections such as Syon Park , Rousham and Blenheim Palace , and the leading museums and private collections of the world .

Good original colour , patina and surface with only minor highlights and verdigris. Richly figured Italian burgundy-red marble detachable plinth base with no damage, repairs or breaks.

W 12”

H 7”

D 6”

Italy c.1870

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA886267
Dealers Internal Reference
ML223
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.

Description
Late C19th Italian bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir reduction, after the antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .

Mounted on the original Rosso Levanto marble base with a moulded edge.

“
Well cast detailed study of the iconic sculpture , depicting the wounded Gaul wearing his neck torc ,slumped upon his broken sword , shield and horn in defeat.
M Lees and Sons
fig 1. A late 19th-century dark bronze sculpture depicting a recumbent classical warrior mounted on an oval red marble base.
fig 1. Late C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .

Naked apart from a modesty fig-leaf , the mortally wounded warrior is portrayed with his head bent downward , his belt and discarded martial equipment lie around him .

The Roman marble version of the Hellenistic original was re-discovered in the C17th whilst excavations were made for the “Villa Ludovisi “ in Rome , and later housed therein. Now exhibited in the Capitoline Museum, Rome .

fig 2. A late 19th-century dark bronze sculpture depicting a recumbent classical warrior mounted on an oval red marble base.
fig 2. Late C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .

Marble and bronze copies of this powerful sculpture can be found in many of the sculpture galleries of the great English countryhouse collections such as Syon Park , Rousham and Blenheim Palace , and the leading museums and private collections of the world .

fig 3. A late 19th-century dark bronze sculpture depicting a recumbent classical warrior mounted on an oval red marble base.
fig 3. Late C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .

Good original colour , patina and surface with only minor highlights and verdigris. Richly figured Italian burgundy-red marble detachable plinth base with no damage, repairs or breaks.

W 12”

H 7”

D 6”

Italy c.1870

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA886267
Dealers Internal Ref
ML223
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

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

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Late C19th Italian Bronze ‘Grand Tour’ Souvenir Reduction, After the Antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .

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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 late 19th-century dark bronze sculpture depicting a recumbent classical warrior mounted on an oval red marble base.
Late C19th Italian bronze ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir reduction, after the antique , of “The Dying Gaul” .
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Grand Tour bronzes are 18th and 19th-century scale reductions of classical Greco-Roman statues, purchased by European travellers as educational souvenirs during continental tours across Italy.

These figures were cast in bronze using lost-wax or sand-casting techniques, finished with dark patination, and typically mounted onto polished marble or stone bases.

Authentic pieces generally display crisp casting detail, natural surface wear or oxidisation in handled areas, substantial weight, and hand-chased anatomical features.

A bronze classical figure acts as a focal point when placed on a minimalist bookshelf, an executive desk, or a dark wood mantelpiece alongside leather-bound books.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth or soft brush, avoiding chemical solvents, and apply microcrystalline wax annually to safeguard the patina.
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