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19th Italian Century Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Nude Narcissus

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19th century Italian Grand Tour bronze of Narcissus standing and gazing at his reflection after the ancient Roman original excavated at Pompeii in 1862, now at the Archaeological Museum of Naples. Shown naked but for the animal skin on his shoulder and his fancy Roman sandals. This is a fine cast with wonderful verdigis patina. The face is beautifully realized and the body and slender and ideal in proportions. You can see why Narcissus fell in love with his own image! At 14.5 inches tall the perfect size, a singular piece of sculpture from a compelling myth depicting the Greco-Roman archetype of male beauty. 14.5 in high 6 in diameter.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Classical Roman (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast,Patinated
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scuffs and scratches to the patina. casting seam on the rear of the right leg, see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803031548082
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