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Bronze Sculpture of Spinario or Boy With A Thorn
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This bronze figure of Spinario also known as Boy with Thorn and Fedele is a classical figure. It is beautifully cast with very fine detailing and dates to the 19th century, circa 1870. It is a cast bronze reduction figure modelled from the original Roman Antique bronze sculpture which is in the Palazzo Die Conservatori, Rome. The figure depicts a boy with long draped hair seated trying to pick a thorn from his foot. The statue is thought to have been created in the Hellenistic or Roman period, symbolising naturalism and human introspection. Since the original many copies have been made, in the early Renaissance, it was celebrated through being one of the first Roman sculptures to be copied.
During the grand tour with reduction techniques greatly improved they were widely available to tourists partaking in the grand tour as mementos of their trip taking in the classical architecture, great history and views from each region and country. This was a popular pastime in the 19th century for the wealthy and privileged. This example is in excellent condition and has a rich dark green patination
- Dimensions:Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
- Style:Grand Tour (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Montreal, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: D33121stDibs: LU875343212762
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