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After Giambologna: The Abduction of a Sabine Woman

About the Item

This fine 19th century copy of the famous group is in a sumptuous Serpentine marble. The Sabine man crouches in submissive pose, whilst the Roman carries off the writhing woman. It is well-presented on the original matching plinth and pedestal . This perhaps forms part of someone's Grand Tour along with mosaics and bronzes after the antique. It is a reduction of the huge original and was made by a highly skilled but now anonymous sculptor The legend is that the Romans invited the Sabine men to watch some celebratory games and then took advantage of their absence from home by carrying of their women. War ensued until the ladies managed to reconcile the men.
  • Similar to:
    Giambologna (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original. Repaired: This sculpture was restored by our European trained specialist. His work was mainly to the fingers and arm of the woman. There are also some older restorations. Wear consistent with age and use. overall height 69 statue 41 base 28.
  • Seller Location:
    Montreal, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D32451stDibs: LU875326369322
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