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A Heavily Patinated Bronze Jug the Handle Depicting Dionysus God of Wine and Pleasure
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A Heavily Patinated Bronze Jug the Handle Depicting Dionysus God of Wine and Pleasure

19th century
Description

A heavily patinated bronze jug the handle Dionysus God of wine and pleasure with two hounds on the top of the jug possibly grand tour. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Patinated Bronze Classical Jug to the 1800s.

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SA957117
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Description
A heavily patinated bronze jug the handle Dionysus God of wine and pleasure with two hounds on the top of the jug possibly grand tour. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Patinated Bronze Classical Jug to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA957117
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure.
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Archive I A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure.

A Heavily Patinated Bronze Jug the Handle Depicting Dionysus God of Wine and Pleasure

Archive II A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure. View II
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Archive IV A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure. View IV
Archive V A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure. View V
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Archive VII A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure. View VII
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

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A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure.
A heavily patinated bronze jug the handle depicting Dionysus God of wine and pleasure
Ref: SA957117
A patinated bronze jug with a flared fluted rim, a gadrooned body, and a sculpted handle depicting a mythological figure.
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During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Grand Tour inspired a resurgence of interest in classical antiquity, leading metalworkers to create decorative bronzes inspired by ancient Greek and Roman vessels depicting mythological deities such as Dionysus.

These pieces were typically crafted using the lost-wax casting technique, allowing for intricate relief work, gadrooning, and sculptural handles, followed by hand-chasing and chemical or natural patination to achieve surface colouration.

Authentic examples display genuine age-related surface oxidisation, natural wear around the base and handle areas, hand-tooled finishing marks, and cast weight consistent with solid bronze rather than lighter modern alloys.

A patinated bronze jug adds texture and historical interest when displayed on a wooden sideboard top, arranged alongside books on a shelf, or positioned as a focal point on a fireplace mantelpiece.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft dry cloth or soft-bristled brush, avoiding water, abrasive polishes, or chemical cleaners that could strip the historical patina and verdigris.
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