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A 16th century carved marble sculpture of poseidon

$79,206.44
£58,000
€68,213.85
CA$108,674.32
A$121,425.45
CHF 63,518.97
MX$1,489,065.16
NOK 811,651.88
SEK 769,660.98
DKK 509,116.56
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About the Item

This fine and imposing sculpture is an excellent example of 16th century Italian craftsmanship. The figure is stood on a raised, shaped rectangular base with a carved "dolphin" at the figure's right heel. Part robed, the figure stands with the left arm held aloft holding a fish. Whilst signed and dated "P. Torregiano 1521" purportedly for Pietro Torrigiano (24 November 1472 – July/August 1528), it is almost certainly a later piece and is likely to have been made within the circles of sculptors such as Michelangelo Naccherino (Florence, March 6, 1550 – Naples, February, 1622) in the late 16th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 61.82 in (157 cm)Width: 27.56 in (70 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1580
  • Condition:
    Repaired: apparent but sympathetic repairs to the left arm and nose. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8883238078742

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