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An Early Probably 17th Century Carved Marble Figure of a Roman Philosopher
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An Early Probably 17th Century Carved Marble Figure of a Roman Philosopher

17th century
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An early probably 17th century carved marble figure of a Roman philosopher, modelled standing dressed in robe, plinth base with inscriptionFARFHOI. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Marble Philosopher Figure to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
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SA945978
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Description
An early probably 17th century carved marble figure of a Roman philosopher, modelled standing dressed in robe, plinth base with inscriptionFARFHOI. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Marble Philosopher Figure to the 17th Century.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA945978
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

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A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base.
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Archive I A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base.

An Early Probably 17th Century Carved Marble Figure of a Roman Philosopher

Archive II A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base. View II
Archive III A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base. View III
Archive IV A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base. View IV
Archive V A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base. View V
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base.
An early probably 17th century carved marble figure of a Roman philosopher
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A carved beige marble figure depicting a bearded Roman philosopher in draped robes standing on a moulded plinth base.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period17th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialMarble
  • ColourBuff, Off-White
  • MotifsClassical drapery, Bearded figure, Moulded plinth base
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 5.5 cm (2 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This early seventeenth century Baroque carved marble figure depicts a bearded Roman philosopher standing on a moulded plinth base. The sculpture is rendered in buff and off-white tones, dressed in classical drapery with realistic textural folds, holding a staff in the right hand and an animal carving gathered in the drapery on the left side. The figure stands atop a stepped plinth base with visible green highlighting and a small carved inscription on the front section. The small scale piece measures 15 cm high, 5.5 cm wide, and 4 cm deep. Positioned on a bookshelf or within a gentleman's library, this decorative sculpture brings classical detail to an interior surface. The weathered finish and compact proportions allow the figure to sit securely alongside books, decorative objects, or mantel displays. The neutral colour palette integrates easily with traditional wooden furniture or stone surfaces in a study, library, or living space.

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Classical marble sculptures depict scholars, philosophers, or mythological subjects inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity, widely produced across Europe from the Renaissance through the 17th century and Grand Tour periods.

Sculptors carved these pieces from solid marble or dense alabaster using iron chisels, gouges, and hand rasps, finishing the surface with natural abrasives to form detailed drapery and facial features.

Authentic period pieces exhibit subtle hand-tool marks, natural surface patination, softening of sharp edges from centuries of handling, and micro-fracturing or mineral discolouration consistent with age.

Small carved sculptures are positioned on timber mantelpieces, integrated into modern bookcases, or paired with minimalist desk spaces to introduce historical contrast.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush. Avoid water, detergents, acids, or commercial chemical cleaners, as porous stone readily absorbs liquids and suffers surface etching.
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