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Vincenzo Gemito Art

1852-1929

Vincenzo Gemito was an Italian sculptor and artist. Intolerant of academic art, he associated himself with other "rebel" artists, such as Antonio Mancini, Giovanni Battista Amendola, Achille D’Orsi and Ettore Ximenes. Between 1877 and 1880, he stayed in Paris, participating in three editions of the Universal Exposition. Once back in Naples, he received important commissions also from King Umberto I but, as a result of a mental breakdown, he remained locked up in a psychiatric hospital until 1909, when he began to sculpt, devoting himself, during the last years of his life, to the goldsmith's art. His most important works include Il Malatiello (1870), The Neapolitan Fisherman (1877), The Statue of Carlo V (1887) and The Portrait of the Painter Jean Louis E. Meissonier (1879).

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The Sibyl - Original Bronze Sculpture by Vincenzo Gemito - End of 19th Century
By Vincenzo Gemito
Located in Roma, IT
The Sibyl is an original sculpture realized by Vincenzo Gemito. Dark glazed bronze sculpture. Signature of the artist on the back. Stamp of Foundry. Very good conditions. Vincenzo...
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Late 19th Century Vincenzo Gemito Art

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Bronze

Antique 65cm Bronze "The water carrier" Vincenzo Gemito 19th Century
By Vincenzo Gemito
Located in London, GB
This is a striking large antique gilt bronze figural sculpture titled "The Water Carrier" (L'acquaiolo) by Vincenzo Gemito, (Italian 1852-1929), dating from Circa 1880. The bronze i...
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1880s Italian Antique Vincenzo Gemito Art

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Bronze

The Philosopher
By Vincenzo Gemito
Located in PARIS, FR
The Philosopher by Vincenzo Gemito (1852-1929) Bust in bronze with a nuanced dark brown patina Signed "Gemito" Stamped with the foundry mark "Fonderia Gemito Napoli - Merca di Fabbr...
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Early 20th Century Italian School Vincenzo Gemito Art

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Bronze

Pensive Portrait - Ink by Vincenzo Gemito - Late 19th century
By Vincenzo Gemito
Located in Roma, IT
Pensive Portrait is original drawing in China ink and watercolor realized by Italian artist Vincenzo Gemito (1852 - 1929). Hand-signed on the lower ri...
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Late 20th Century Modern Vincenzo Gemito Art

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Ink

The Artist - Bronze Sculpture by Vincenzo Gemito - End of 19th Century
By Vincenzo Gemito
Located in Roma, IT
The Artist is an artwork realized by Vincenzo Gemito in the end of XIX century. Good conditions. The sculpture was realized in bronze with a marbl...
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Late 19th Century Vincenzo Gemito Art

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Bronze

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Bronze Bust of a Smiling Satyr by Vincenzo Gemito on Marble Base, Late 19th C
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Late 19th Century Italian Greco Roman Antique Vincenzo Gemito Art

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Vincenzo Gemito Bronze Roundel with the Medusa Head, Italy, 1910
By Vincenzo Gemito
Located in Milan, IT
Vincenzo Gemito bronze roundel with the medusa head, Italy 1910. Signed Gemito and Fonderia Gemito Napoli. In a wooden frame.
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Vincenzo Gemito Art

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Vincenzo Gemito Bronze Roundel with the Head Alexander the Great, Italy, 1910
By Vincenzo Gemito
Located in Milan, IT
Vincenzo Gemito Bronze Roundel with the Head Alexander the Great, Italy 1910 Signed Gemito and Fonderia Gemito Napoli. In a wooden frame.
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Standing Nude Girl - Original Drawing in Ink by Vincenzo Gemito - 1890 ca
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Located in Roma, IT
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1880s Bronze Head of a Young Boy Signed by Vincenzo Gemito
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Find a wide variety of authentic Vincenzo Gemito art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Vincenzo Gemito in bronze, metal, ink and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 19th century and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large Vincenzo Gemito art, so small editions measuring 6 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Mordechai Avniel, Charles Joseph Traviès, and Judy Engel. Vincenzo Gemito art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,069 and tops out at $2,228, while the average work can sell for $1,448.

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