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"The Dying Gaul": Bronze sculpture 'Gala Morente' cast by CHIURAZZI NAPOLI
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The Dying Gaul.
- Description of the Work:
A Celtic warrior lies nude, half-reclining on his shield, his body contorted by pain. His right hand touches the ground while his face, marked by suffering, is turned downwards. His left hand rests on his bent right leg, the foot of which rests beneath his almost fully extended left leg. Blood flows profusely from his chest, betraying a serious wound.
This warrior is distinguished by his mustache, long, disheveled hair, and torques, a typically Gaulish jewel. His oval shield, equipped with a central, widened spine, is an emblematic weapon of the Celts. A curved trumpet, called a cornu, with its suspension cord, is also represented at the base.
- Historical Context:
Originally, "The Dying Gaul" is a Roman marble sculpture that copies a lost Greek original from the Hellenistic period, probably made in bronze between 230 and 220 BC by Epigonos of Pergamon. This work, also known as the Capitoline Gaul, is exhibited at the Palazzo Nuovo (Rome) in the Capitoline Museums. It represents a wounded Gaulish warrior, naked and slumped on his shield, with abundant hair and a torque around his neck. The sculpture testifies to the Celtic defeat and illustrates the strength of the victorious people, while paying homage to the courage of its adversaries. Discovered in the early 18th century, it was acquired by Pope Clement VII in 1734 and exhibited at the Capitoline Museums. The fame of this statue has led to numerous copies and interpretations, influencing art and emotional representation over the centuries.
- The Foundry:
The Chiurazzi foundry, founded by Gennaro Chiurazzi in Naples in 1870, specialized in reproducing classical and Renaissance sculptures in bronze using the lost wax process. Thanks to the growing demand for copies of renowned museums, the foundry gained international renown, winning prizes at exhibitions in New Orleans and Turin. After Gennaro's death, his sons continued the business by expanding their offer to the production of marble and ceramics. The foundry moved to Rome in 1925 to meet the demand of the capital. In 2011, the company was relaunched by an Arizona company, thus preserving its artistic heritage.
- Different Artistic Currents of the Work:
• Hellenistic Art: The original statue, "The Dying Gaul," is a work of Hellenistic art dating back to the 3rd century BC. It illustrates the dramatic expression and realistic representation of emotions, characteristic of Hellenistic art.
• Realism: The sculpture is a striking example of realism, with detailed attention to facial expressions and anatomical details, aiming to capture pain and suffering in a very realistic way.
• Neoclassicism: In the 18th and 19th centuries, there was a renewed interest in classical works, including those from the Hellenistic period. Copies and interpretations of "The Dying Gaul" were made as part of the Neoclassical movement, which sought to revive the styles and themes of classical antiquity.
• Romanticism: This work can also be associated with Romanticism, an early 19th-century movement that valued intense emotions, drama, and tragic narratives. The figure of the Dying Gaul, with its poignant representation of defeat and pain, aligns well with Romantic sensibilities.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 11.03 in (28 cm)
- Style:Hellenistic (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Inconnu
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Ixelles, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10116242392542
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