Large late C19th Italian Neapolitan �Grand Tour� souvenir bronze sculpture, after the antique, of Dionysus, known as �Narcissus�.Neapolitan bronze casting probably by Chiurazzi foundry of the iconic bronze statue of Dionysus . The youthful god is depicted entirely naked except for a wine-skin slung over his shoulder , a grape-vine in his hair and wearing elaborate sandals, standing in a contrapposto pose . The circular base with a decorative cast edge of classical design. This casting of the statue having been produced in a �faux excavation� finish and patina, copying the antique original unearthed at Pompeii in 1862. The discovery was a sensation at the time and copies of this evocative bronze were highly sought after by collectors , classical scholars and �Grand Tourists� alike . The Greek god Dionysus, known as Bacchus to the Romans , is the god of wine , the grape harvest, ritual madness and celebration. The original bronze statue is now exhibited in the Museo Nazionale , Naples, Italy . In excellent original condition with a dark green �faux excavation� verdigris patination and surface.H 26�W 10�D 10�Italy. Naples c.1880Established 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 s...