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Bronze Sculptured Athenian Scribe on Variegated Agate Pen Tray

$3,800
£2,879.22
€3,303.68
CA$5,347.21
A$5,878.06
CHF 3,089.24
MX$71,381.04
NOK 38,537.47
SEK 36,511.54
DKK 24,656.18

About the Item

Bronze sculpted figure Athena, Goddess of Wisdom, is seated with two scrolls, one in hand the other placed upon nearby column, is classically dressed in robe with empire bow and hair adorned with floral wreath, and poised foot with Grecian sandal. This Sculpture is pedestal-mounted on a carved green and brown variegated agate platform base with grooved penholder. Excellent desk accessory for a female scribe or poet.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Classical Greek (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Spectacular.
  • Seller Location:
    Asheville, NC
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8899888827

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