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Grand Tour Ludovisi Mars in Patinated Bronze
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Grand Tour Ludovisi Mars in Patinated Bronze

19th century
Sold by Cella
Sold 15 January 2025 · Cella
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Stunning, rare, 19th century Grand Tour Italian patinated bronze of the Ludovisi Mars a 2nd century Roman marble sculpture after a late 4th-century BC Greek original of Ares the Greek god of war seated on a trophy of arms with a young Eros playing at his feet. Discovered in 1622 near the Palazzo Santa Croce, the sculpture was thought originally been part of a temple dedicated to Mars and became part of the collection of Cardinal Ludovisi (1595-1632). One of the highlights of the Grand Tour it is now on permanent display in the Museo Nazionale Romano in Rome. The 18th century connoisseur Johann Joachim Winckelmann, described the statue as 'the most beautiful Mars that had been preserved from Antiquity'. Finely cast with a beautiful deep patination from many untouched years, matt verdigris, almost, archaeoligical finish. Presented on a green Levanto marble base. Italy, probably Rome, circa 1850.

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Bronze Ludovisi Mars Sculpture to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1070518
Dealers Internal Reference
CA922
Dealers Notes

Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

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Stunning, rare, 19th century Grand Tour Italian patinated bronze of the Ludovisi Mars a 2nd century Roman marble sculpture after a late 4th-century BC Greek original of Ares the Greek god of war seated on a trophy of arms with a young Eros playing at his feet.
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Discovered in 1622 near the Palazzo Santa Croce, the sculpture was thought originally been part of a temple dedicated to Mars and became part of the collection of Cardinal Ludovisi (1595-1632).
Cella

One of the highlights of the Grand Tour it is now on permanent display in the Museo Nazionale Romano in Rome. The 18th century connoisseur Johann Joachim Winckelmann, described the statue as 'the most beautiful Mars that had been preserved from Antiquity'. Finely cast with a beautiful deep patination from many untouched years, matt verdigris, almost, archaeoligical finish. Presented on a green Levanto marble base. Italy, probably Rome, circa 1850.

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Bronze Ludovisi Mars Sculpture to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1070518
Dealers Internal Ref
CA922
Cella
Cella
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Grand Tour Ludovisi Mars in Patinated Bronze

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. View VI
Archive VII A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. View VII
Archive VIII A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base. View VIII
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base.
Grand Tour Ludovisi Mars in patinated bronze
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of the seated Ludovisi Mars with a sword and a small putto at his feet, mounted on a dark marble base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculpture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze, Marble
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsSeated male figure, Sword, Putto, Classical drapery
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

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Grand Tour sculptures are miniature or reduced-scale bronze, marble, or terracotta copies of famous classical antiquities, produced in the 18th and 19th centuries as souvenirs for travellers touring Europe.

These pieces were typically cast using the lost-wax method and finished with chemical patination to simulate aged classical bronze, frequently mounted on marble plinths.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-finished chisel work, natural patination resulting from age, and appropriate wear to the base, distinguishing them from modern reproductions.

Position the piece on a desk, bookshelf, or mantelpiece to introduce classical gravitas and architectural interest to a study or living area.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical cleaners or water, which can damage the historical patina.
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