Grand Tour Neapolitan Bronze Fountainhead of the 'Amore Con Delfino'
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Grand Tour Neapolitan Bronze Fountainhead of the 'Amore Con Delfino'

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Rare and beautiful 19th century Neapolitan Grand Tour bronze fountainhead of the 'Amore con Delfino'. Cupid with dolphin, after the antique. Good large size version in dark 'archaeological verdi gris Pompean patination' after the original fountain excavated at the Thermae (baths) in Pompeii, now on view in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples. Cupid, the god of love, is often associated with dolphins as an allegory for how swiftly love moves on, Italy, circa 1880. Can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Details

Dimensions
Height: 25 in. (63.5 cm)Width: 38 in. (96.52 cm)Depth: 17 in. (43.18 cm)
Style
Classical Roman (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques
PatinatedBronze
Place of Origin
Italy
Period
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture
circa 1880
Condition
Wear consistent with age and use. This bronze sculpture and fountainhead has been used outdoors and is graced with a beautiful weathered patina.
Seller Location
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Reference Number
1stDibs: LU2165312937021

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