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A Small Terracotta Sculptor by Joseph Gott 1785 - 1860 He Was a 19th Century British Sculptor
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A Small Terracotta Sculptor by Joseph Gott 1785 - 1860 He Was a 19th Century British Sculptor

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Joseph Gott 1785 - 1860 was a 19th century British sculptor. He was apprenticed to the eminent sculptor John Flaxman in London from 1798 - 1802. He joined the Royal Academy Schools in 1805. In 1802 Sir Thomas Lawrence gave him a letter of Introduction to Antonio Canova in Rome. Thereafter he spent most of his remaining life in Rome. There is a £10 charge for postage and packing International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
5.2cm (2.05")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Antique Terracotta Classical Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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Joseph Gott 1785 - 1860 was a 19th century British sculptor. He was apprenticed to the eminent sculptor John Flaxman in London from 1798 - 1802. He joined the Royal Academy Schools in 1805. In 1802 Sir Thomas Lawrence gave him a letter of Introduction to Antonio Canova in Rome. Thereafter he spent most of his remaining life in Rome.
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Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
5.2cm (2.05")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Antique Terracotta Classical Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA988540
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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Archive I A 19th-century terracotta sculpture depicting two classical figures set on an integral oval base.

A Small Terracotta Sculptor by Joseph Gott 1785 - 1860 He Was a 19th Century British Sculptor

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A 19th-century terracotta sculpture depicting two classical figures set on an integral oval base.
A small terracotta sculptor by Joseph Gott 1785 - 1860 he was a 19th century British sculptor
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A 19th-century terracotta sculpture depicting two classical figures set on an integral oval base.
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Neoclassical terracotta sculpture from the 19th century is characterised by subjects inspired by classical antiquity, mythological narratives, and refined figurative proportions. Sculptors favoured unglazed terracotta for its warmth and ability to capture fine, immediate detail directly from the artists hands.

Sculptors modelled clay by hand or pressed soft clay into plaster moulds taken from an original wax or clay model. Once dry, the piece was fired in a kiln at high temperatures, turning the iron-rich clay into a durable ceramic statuette.

Authentic pieces display hand-tool marks, subtle variations in color, and age-consistent surface patina or minor surface wear. Stamps, signatures, or inscriptions incised into the clay prior to firing often indicate the artist or foundry.

Place the terracotta statuette on a marble mantlepiece, dark wooden console, or within a curated bookcase alongside historical volumes. The warm earth tones contrast effectively against neutral backdrop walls and minimalist contemporary furnishings.

Dust unglazed terracotta regularly using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to prevent dirt from settling into textured crevices. Avoid applying water, liquid detergents, or polishes, as terracotta is porous and easily absorbs moisture.
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