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Grand Tour Pugilists After Canova
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Grand Tour Pugilists After Canova

1900 - 1920
Sold by Cella
Sold 25 June 2026 · Cella
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Good pair of early 20th Century, Art Deco period, Grand Tour patinated bronzes of the 'Pugilists', Creugas of Durres and Damoxenos of Syracuse, after the marble originals by Canova. Well cast with a rich dark brown patination and mounted on single piece of beautiful Portoro marble, probably for displaying on a fine quality deco credenza. Completed in 1796, in 1802, the two statues, along with the Perseus Triumphant, were purchased by Pope Pius VII and can be seen to this day in the famous Octagonal Courtyard in the Vatican in Rome. Italian, circa 1920.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Cella has dated these Grand Tour Bronze Pugilists to the 1920s.

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SA1125753
Dealers Internal Reference
CA681
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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Good pair of early 20th Century, Art Deco period, Grand Tour patinated bronzes of the 'Pugilists', Creugas of Durres and Damoxenos of Syracuse, after the marble originals by Canova.
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Well cast with a rich dark brown patination and mounted on single piece of beautiful Portoro marble, probably for displaying on a fine quality deco credenza.
Cella

Completed in 1796, in 1802, the two statues, along with the Perseus Triumphant, were purchased by Pope Pius VII and can be seen to this day in the famous Octagonal Courtyard in the Vatican in Rome. Italian, circa 1920.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated these Grand Tour Bronze Pugilists to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1125753
Dealers Internal Ref
CA681
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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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculptural group of two classical pugilists standing on a rectangular black marble base. SOLD25 JUN 26

Grand Tour Pugilists After Canova

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A dark patinated bronze sculptural group of two classical pugilists standing on a rectangular black marble base.
Grand Tour Pugilists after Canova
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A dark patinated bronze sculptural group of two classical pugilists standing on a rectangular black marble base.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze, Marble
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsClassical figures, Muscular anatomy, Marble plinth
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 40 cm (16 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

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Grand Tour sculptures were small-scale bronze or marble replicas of classical antiquities collected by wealthy young Europeans during the 18th and 19th centuries as cultural mementos of their travels through Italy.

Traditional Grand Tour bronzes were typically cast using the lost-wax method, often finished with a dark chemical patina, and mounted on genuine marble plinths or bases.

Authenticity is determined by examining the quality of the chasing, the depth and stability of the patina, natural oxidation signs, foundry marks, and the weight and type of the marble base.

These pieces add classical gravity and texture when placed on studies, libraries, or mantelpieces, contrasting effectively with minimalist contemporary furnishings.

Bronze sculptures should be kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity, dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth without applying harsh chemical polishes or oils to preserve the original patina.
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