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SALE ONE WEEK ONLY “Leda and the Swan” is by Reuben Nakian (1897 - 1986). He was an American sculptor and teacher of Armenian extraction. His works’ recurring themes are from Greek and Roman mythology. Nakian’s small bronzes achieve majesty and power which are not dependent on size and amplitude. With characteristic freshness, he has reinterpreted the classical subject of Leda and the Swan refining it in the Classical-Renaissance-Baroque tradition in a contemporary way. Dr. Robert P. Metzger gives us his aesthetic interpretation of this work which retells the myth in classical hedonism and freedom of expression showing Leda and the Swann prior to her being ravaged and during their first meeting. “The young virgin is fascinated with her new found friend and accepts him in a spirit of playfulness, contentment and wonder. She is dreamily available and shyly seductive as the deceptively tame swan snuggles up to her with its phallic-like neck.” Leda appears composed, placid yet open and available as compared to her more intense and passionate states in other of Nakian’s depictions on the same theme. This was cast at the "Renaissance Art Foundry" in 1978 and is so marked on the base being #5 of 7. It is believed that “no other sculptor of the twentieth century matched Rueben’s heroic renditions with the grand themes of Western Art. His erotic mythological figures exude a joyous energy of gesture and movement which place them among seminal sculptural achievements of the past one hundred years.” Nakian studied at the Independent School of Art in New York City previously known as the Robert Henri School … with Homer Boss...

A fine French 19th-20th century Belle Époque three light patinated, gilt bronze and gilt-metal figural chandelier pendant. The dark patinated bronze figure of a hovering cherub enwra...

A very fine and rare lifesize French 19th century patinated metal figure of a standing maiden holding a lantern, the impressive figure depicting a young scantily dressed and barefoot...

Paul Silvestre limited edition bronze of Leda and the Swan after the original. The piece depicts a lounging nude being embraced from behind by a swan. Part of a limited edition of 50...

After Auguste Eugène Rubin, French b. 1841 Leda And The Swan, Bronze Sculpture on Marble Plinth. Leda and the Swan is a story and subject in art from Greek mythology in which the g...

Victoria: bronze sculpture with a brown patina of a victorious warrior, on a red marble base This bronze is entitled "Victoria" and is signed by the artist Emile Picault Emile Pica...

Group of bronze skeleton sculptures having a passionate conversation. Very detailed. The kneeling figure has working jaw. By American sculptor David W. Dempsey. Monogramed "DSW" on the hip of the reclining figure. They measure kneeling figure 7" x 7" x 3.5" and reclining figure 9" x 5.5" x 4". # figure articulated skull statue...

This 19th Century Napoleon III Period Jewelry Box is a true testament to the elegance and sophistication of its era. Crafted with meticulous attention...

Gilded bronze sculpture, representing Napoleon Bonaparte standing, arms crossed, wearing his cocked hat and officer's outfit Usual wear to the patina, black marble base Height 12.5...

Leda armchair designed by Dali manufactured by BD. Structure in polished cast brass varnish. Measures: 47 x 60 x 92 H.cm Year: 1935-1937 Taken from “Femme á la téte rose” 1935 (W...

This Vintage Boho Bronze Mice Cradle with Glass Orb exudes whimsical charm and artistic flair, characteristic of American boho style. The intricate bronze mice design cradling a deli...

French 19 century Patinated statue of a boy by Louis Auguste Mathurin Moreau (1855-1919).