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Buccellati pair of 20th Century, Italian Silver Lionfish, from Milan
Located in North Miami, FL
A pair of 20th century, Italian silver Lionfish, by Mario Buccellati from Milan. The realistically modeled fish detachable from the silver seaweed mounted on the fossilized marble ba...
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20th Century Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Marble, Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Carrara Marble Bust
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern Carrara Marble Bust.
Mid-Century Modern Carrara marble bust. This unusual marble bust sculpture depicts a male figure with an elongated head. Signed Tarr 1952 on t...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Modern Marble Sculpture by Sylvia Westfallen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Marble sculpture by Sylvia Westfallen. This sculpture represents the profile of a woman with black hair, seen from the side. The composition is made with different types of marble, carefully polished, cut and applied to a square base in a light beige tone. The dark, straight, loose hair is made of black stone with white veins, contrasting with the fair skin and delicate features of the face. The woman wears a headband and wears an earthy-toned blouse.
Sculpture made for the launch of Elida Gibbs' DIMENSION shampoo.
Sylvia Beatriz Teresa Westphalen Ortiz (Rome, 1961) is an artist recognized worldwide for her sculpture work and one of João Cutileiro...
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Late 20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Italian 19th century Carrara statue of a fisher maiden, by Pietro Bazzanti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and extremely well executed Italian mid 19th century white Carrara and Vert de Patricia marble statue of a young Neapolitan fisher maiden, signed by Pietro Bazzanti. This stunning statue is raised by a Vert de Patricia marble pedestal with a round socle on a square base supporting the column decorated with a gadrooned band at the bottom and a fluted band at the top. The statue is of a young Neapolitan fisher maiden is standing on a rocky outcrop, battered by waves lapping at her feet. She leans on a fishing pole held in one hand, while steadying herself with the other hand as she looks down into the water. She is wearing a short-sleeved striped frock with a fabric sash fashioned as a belt upon which is fastened a gourd at the back and a handkerchief tucked in at the front. She wears a lovely conical straw hat with flowers...
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19th Century Italian Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Art Déco Bronze Sculpture of Girl and Goat by Paul Silvestre for Susse Frères
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco patinated bronze sculpture of a girl and a jumping goat with marble base by Paul Silvestre for Susse Frères
By: Paul Silvestre, Susse Frères
Material: bronze, marble, coppe...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper
Pair Vintage Stone Court Lady Statues 48"
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of 20th century solid stone court lady statues. The full face is with long slender eyes under arched brows flanking a strong straight nose. Hair held...
Category
20th Century Chinese Han Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Vintage reproduction of an ancient Greco-Roman style statue
Located in Dallas, TX
A medium scale vintage reproduction of an ancient Greco-Roman style statue. This represents Hebe, the goddess of youth in Greek mythology and cup-be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cement, Marble
Vintage Hand Carve Sculpture African Blue Marble Stone Figurine Dolphin
Located in Wembley, GB
Beautifully stylized figurine with a great balance of harmony stood, portraying the inner world's beauty through pure beauty.
This Valuable unique art piece is a great chance to bring your office or home decor and interior an artistic characteristic.
Ancient-style Egyptian Dolphin...
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1930s Zimbabwean Art Deco Vintage Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Malachite, Marble
Oxidized Bronze Mounted Mushroom Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Studio art piece, a grouping of oxidized bronze mushrooms mounted on an organic stone base. Marked - Original by D.R.T.
Dimensions
8" width x 8" depth ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Bronze
Antique French Limestone Putti Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique French limestone putti sculpture, reclaimed from France and dating back to the 19th century, is a stunning piece of detailed craftsmanship...
Category
1890s Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
Italian Carrara Marble Sink 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian Carrara marble sink 19th century D: 42cm
Small water tower in white Carrara marble.
Currently in stock:
Nr. 2 diameter 42 cm
Nr. 2 diameter cm.46
Nr. 2 diameter 54 c...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Art Deco Austrian Bergman Bronze Female Dancer Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco Austrian bronze figure of erotic female dancer with movable flipped up skirt on round marble base (signed BERGMAN).
Category
20th Century Austrian Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved White Stone Temple Sculpture of a Bodhisattva
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese vintage hand-carved white stone Buddhist temple sculpture of a bodhisattva. This large size Chinese sculpture was carved from a white stone and showcases a bodhisattv...
Category
20th Century Chinese Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Godard Armand "Woman Sitting with Doves" Art Deco Sculpture black marble
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
"Jeune femme aux colombes" "young woman with doves" By Armand Godard.
Beautiful sculpture with beautiful patina Art Deco period representing a woman sitting feeding birds on oval terrace in black marble.
Very fine work.
Signed.
France,
circa 1930
Armand Godard made many chryselephantine statuettes in bronze and ivory in the Art Deco style, especially for the foundry Edmond Etling. In the 1920s and 1930s, he exhibited in Paris in the salons of the Society of French Artists. During the 1937 Universal Exhibition in Paris, he showed a monumental statue 4.5 meters high and a patinated plaster sculpture.
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Greenlandica, Five Figures, Polar Bear, Seal and Three Inuits, Mid-20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Greenlandica, five figures. Polar bear, seal and three Inuits.
Four figurines in soapstone and a ceramic piggy bank (polar bear).
Mid-20th century.
I...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greenlandic Folk Art Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
"Family Embrace" Marble Sculpture signed D. Okin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegantly crafted and signed by renowned artist D. Okin, the "Family Embrace" Marble Sculpture captures the essence of familial love and unity. This striking black sculpture depicts ...
Category
1990s American Modern Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Sculpture of an Angel, XXth Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture of an Angel, reproduction in composite material, XXth century, interior and exterior decoration.
Sculpture of an Angel, high quality contemporary production for interior a...
Category
20th Century French Modern Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Composition
Russian Silver Troika Sculpture, I. Sazikov after E. Lanceray, Moscow, ca. 1875
By Ignaty Sazikov
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite sculpture masterfully captures the essence of rural life, featuring an elderly peasant standing proudly, reins held firmly in his hands. Behind him, nestled in a beautifully crafted sleigh, are his son and grandson, with the latter energetically guiding the horses using a whip. Each figure is adorned in traditional peasant attire, which not only adds authenticity but also reflects their connection to the land and their heritage. Their faces are wonderfully expressive, conveying a sense of pride, determination, and the bond of family.
The craftsmanship of this outstanding silver sculpture, along with its original marble base, showcases an extraordinary level of artistry. The intricate details are so skillfully rendered that one can almost visualize the steam rising from the horses' nostrils in the crisp, frosty air. The air seems to vibrate with the sound of the horses’ hooves crunching through the fresh snow, creating a vivid auditory backdrop to the scene.
As the troika gallops at full speed, it leaves behind distinct impressions of horseshoes on the pristine snow, marking their journey through the wintry landscape. This dynamic movement not only brings the sculpture to life but also invites viewers to imagine the story behind this moment—an intimate glimpse into the daily life and enduring spirit of a hardworking family united by tradition and the rhythms of nature.
Notes:
There are intact little bell on the yoke of a central horse, and an original detachable hallmarked whip. The original, intricately executed marble base is an integral part of the whole composition. The sculpture was never cleaned or polished, and has an original patina.
Markings:
Fully hallmarked with maker's marks IS (for Ignaty Sazikov...
Category
1870s Russian Victorian Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Silver
Vintage Decorated Skull, English, Marble, Ornament, Hand Finished, D. Hurley
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorated skull. An English marble ornament with hand-finished decoration by Dominic Hurley, dating to the late 20th century.
One of one collector appeal
Displa...
Category
20th Century English Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
French Antique Bronze "La Renommée" 'Fame' by Alexandre Falguiere & Susse
Located in Shippensburg, PA
"LA RENOMMÉE" (FAME) AFTER MODEL BY JEAN-ALEXANDRE-JOSEPH FALGUIÈRE (FRENCH, 1831-1900)
Patinated bronze; cast by Susse Freres; stamped "Copyright by Susse... J.H." and signed with f...
Category
19th Century French Romantic Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
"Forest Nymphs, " Pair of Art Deco Female Nude Sculptures, Alabaster, 1937
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully sculpted and highly dramatic, this pair of large Art Deco sculptures in creamy alabaster depict two female nude figures resting on leafy tree boughs, their hair streaming...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
half human skull carved from yellow Siena marble - memento - made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Cranio marmo, teschio marmo, memento marmo, vanitas marmo, busto vanitas, marmo bianco Carrara, scultura classica, scultura antica, busto antico, made in Italy
Sculpture on yellow br...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Neoclassical Revival Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Siena Marble
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze and ormolu statue titled: "Au Clair De La Lune" and signed BOURET. T...
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Fox Hunting Group with Green Onyx Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Beautiful desk accessory for the fox hunter. Austrian/Vienna cold painted bronze fox hunter on his horse with his three hounds. Onyx base with letter opener or pen well/tray in excel...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Vintage Marble Skull English Bianco Assoluto Paperweight, Ornament, 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage marble skull. An English, Bianco assoluto paperweight or ornamental study, dating to the late 20th century.
Add some macabre to your ...
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20th Century English Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Figure by Franz Xaver Bergman
Located in London, GB
Austrian cold-painted bronze figure by Franz Xaver Bergman
Austrian, Early 20th Century
Height 31cm, width 21cm, depth 14cm
This intriguing sculpture was made in early 20th century...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Other Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Terracotta After Clodion, a Bacchante Mounted on a Double Marble Pedestal
Located in valatie, NY
Terracotta after Clodion, A Bacchante Mounted on a Double Marble Pedestal. Signed on the back in the clay "Clodion." Claude Michel Clodion was a French R...
Category
Early 1800s French Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Helmet Paperweight Mounted on a Piece of Marble Paris France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Acquired in Paris France, this is a wonderful paperweight. A Helmut mounted on a piece of marble - a compliment to any desk or work station. The helmet is metal and the sides move a bit, as they are supposed to. A great curiosity, wonderful for a housewarming or fathers day gift.
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
Late 19th Century Russian Bronze Ormolu Sculpture of a Boy on a Marble Base
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 12 1/2in W: 12in D: 4in
This late 19th Century Russian bronze ormolu sculpture of a boy is made of the highest quality! This antique sculpture features a lovely marb...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Louis XV Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Amethyst and Shell Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Amethyst and Shell with base structure in
solid brass with a frosted glass shell and with amethyst
stone and whit crystal sticks.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Brass
20th Century Chinese Soapstone Guanyin Figure Sculpture
Located in Marbella, ES
20th century Chinese soapstone Guanyin figure sculpture.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Beautiful Bronze & Marble Sculpture by Phyllis Beattie "Repose"
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful sculpture in bronze by artist Phyllis Beattie, circa 1990's sitting on a solid black marble base, the figure pins and can be removed for easy shipping and handling.
Category
Late 20th Century American American Classical Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Sandstone Atlases, Cornelius Andreas Donett (attributed to, 1682-1748)
Located in Greding, DE
A pair of monumental atlases made of marbled sandstone from the Main-Franconia region. Formerly part of the gate portal of the house ‘Zu den zwei Bären’ (At the Two Bears) at Töngesg...
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1720s German Baroque Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Italian 19th Century Greco-Roman Style Marble Bas-Relief Frieze, Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine Italian 19th century Greco-Roman style carved Carrara marble bas-relief Frieze, after the antique. The finely carved white marble frieze in r...
Category
19th Century Italian Greco Roman Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
The Rape of Proserpina, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Marble sculpture depicting the rape of Proserpina inspired by Gian Lorenzo Bernini's famous model, executed as figura serpentinata. Pluto, identified by a crown as ruler of the under...
Category
19th Century Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Boy Golfer Lighter by Lorenzl, C1930
Located in Devon, England
An Art Deco patinated at metal figural table lighter of Boy Golfer on an Onyx base. Made by the austrian sculpture Joesef Lorenzl.
The striker wand is miss...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Chrome, Spelter
Modernist Carved Sandstone Figural Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
Sinuous modern carving of a Mesoamerican. Aztec? Mayan? Striated sandstone, circa mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Sandstone
Postmodern Solid Polished Carved Italian Marble Female Figurative Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern female sculpture carved from a solid block of Italian marble, 1980s.
This piece was removed from a built in pedestal and was attached using a bolt. Due to the size, we ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
"The Little Sad One" by Demetre H. Chiparus
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
"The Little Sad One" by Demtre H. Chiparus (1886-1947). Patinated bronze and ivory on marble base.
Alberto Shayo (1993) "Chiparus, Master of Art Deco" p. 76.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Italian Carved Carrara Marble Art Deco Sculpture of “Stone Carver” by Barsanti
Located in Shippensburg, PA
WORKSHOP OF BARSANTI
Italy, 20th century
A Young Stone Carver
Carrara marble signed to the back by Barsanti, Pietrasanta circa first half of the 20th century
Item # 304QGS30Q
A powerful study of a young stone-carver, he rests against the stone of his tradecraft, the young...
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Marble bust of Roman Emperor
Located in Rome, IT
Sculpture of a Roman Emperor in white Carrara marble. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND SHIPPING INFORMATION CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO
Indicative shipping co...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Pair Of Vintage Putti Figures, French, Bronze, Marble, Cupid Ornament, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage putti figures. A French, sculpted bronze over marble decorative cupid ornament after Auguste Moreau, dating to the Art Deco per...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Nepalese Durga Relief Stone Sculpture, circa 1900
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An arch shaped piece with high relief carving of a multi-armed deity standing on a winged feline and wielding several weapons. A small figure appears below right.
The fierce female demon buffalo slayer carved in openwork with her principal two hands holding...
Category
Early 20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Carrara Marble Sculpture Signed L. Landucci, Early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carrara marble sculpture signed L. Landucci, early 20th century.
A white Carrara marble sculpture by L. Landucci representing two children playing next to a bird's nest, early 20th...
Category
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Auguste MOREAU (1834-1917) 'Two Children' mounted on alabaster base
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Auguste MOREAU (1834-1917) 'Two Children' mounted on alabaster base
Sculpture decoration - Sculpture - Antique
Measures : 25cm x 37cm H:62cm
Wear consistent with age and use.
Minor ...
Category
19th Century Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
'La Nature se dévoilant devant la Science' by Louis-Ernest Barrias
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
'La Nature se dévoilant devant la Science', A Large and Rare Gilt and Silvered Bronze and Marble Figure entitled ('Nature unveiling itself before science') By Louis-Ernest Barrias (...
Category
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble, Bronze
1980s Modernist Douglas F/A-18 Hornet Chrome Sculpture w/ Black Granite Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Striking chrome-plated steel sculpture of the famous McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet fixed to a black onyx-colored granite base. This sculpture embodies the power and agility of the ...
Category
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Steel, Chrome
Finely Executed Ganesh Soapstone Sculpture, 19th Century
Located in Prato, IT
India, 19th century
Signs of old repaired cracks
Dimensions: approx. H 29 x L 20 x P 6 cm.
In the Hindu religion, Ganesha or Ganesh (Sanskrit ???? IAST Ga?esa [1]) is one of the best known and most revered representations of God; eldest son of Shiva and Parvati...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Marcel Andre Bouraine Art Deco Silvered Bronze Lighted Sculpture Dancing Girl
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This rare and extremely well executed bronze statue was done by the highly renowned French artist Marcel Andre Bouraine in circa 1925 in the period Art Deco style. This bronze is kno...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Art Deco Spelter Figurine of a Swimmer, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very attractive and original Art Deco cold painted Spelter figurine of a swimmer, holding a large plume in her outstret...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx, Spelter
An Aniconic Lingam on a Stone Base
Located in Chicago, IL
These granite river stones are depictions of the Lingam, symbolizing the Hindu god Shiva in Shaivism. They are considered to be emblems of generative and destructive power. While roo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Granite
19th Century Italian Marble Statue of ' Crouching Venus'
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality late 19th century carrera marble statue of ' Crouching Venus'.
Marble statue of a naked Aphrodite crouching at her bath, also ...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of Eagles on Rock Crystal Spheres
Located in Cypress, CA
Opposing pair of finely carved giltwood eagles on large rock crystal spheres resting on tole carved giltwood bases with acanthus motif.
Me...
Category
Late 20th Century American Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal
Marquis Collection Fossil Stone Dancer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculpted dancer made of black fossil stone, put together piece by piece. Hand shaped, then inlaid, then sanded and buffed to a shine.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
20th Century Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
An Italian 19th century marble statue signed Pietro Franchi, Rome
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming Italian 19th century white Carrara marble statue of a young boy signed Pietro Franchi, Rome. The praying boy is raised on a circular mottled pedestal and is wearing classi...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
'Strictly 2 Left Feet' Pair of Vintage, Ornament, Bookends, Marble, Decorative
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
'Strictly Two Left Feet' is a pair of vintage ornamental bookends. An English, statuary marble decorative ornament dating to the late 20th century.
Solid marble in an interesting ...
Category
Late 20th Century English Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Art Deco style sculpture nude scarf dancer Bacchanale by Janle & Max Le Verrier
By Max Le Verrier, Janle
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco style sculpture nude dancer with scarf Bacchanale by Janle for Max Le Verrier.
Patinated art metal on a black marble base. Signed & with foundry mark.
France.
This sculpt...
Category
2010s French Art Deco Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
Italian 19th Century Life Size Marble Group "Hebe and Eagle" by Aristide Fontana
By Aristide Fontana 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine Italian 19th century Carrara marble life-size marble sculpture of "Hebe and The Eagle"; depicting a young maiden seated on a rocky outcrop holding an urn over her shoulder and serving water from a bowl to a thirsty eagle, raised on a circular base by Aristide Fontana (Italian 19th Century - Active 1870-1890), Carrara, Inscribed to the reverse; "Aristide Fontana Sc./Carrara", circa 1870-1880. Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth, was the daughter of Zeus and Hera and was the hand-maiden and cup bearer of the gods and the symbol of youthful beauty and chastity. She is often depicted as a temptress tantalizing the eagle of Jupiter with a cup of ambrosia and her body. In her role as cup-bearer she offered nectar and ambrosia and here she holds the cup before the eagle, Zeus' messenger. This sculpture subject matter resembles Bertel Thorwaldsen's, marble sculpture of Ganymede and the Eagle, circa 1817 and currently at the Chrysler Museum, Norfolk, VA. The most notable difference between both sculptures is that, unlike in Thorwaldsen's work, this sculpture depicts a figure of a young semi-nude maiden bearing a pearl necklace centered with a charm engraved with the letter "S". This sculpture subject matter can also be attributed to Psyche, perched on a Stygian rock and threatened by dragons, is rescued from her task by Jupiter's eagle, who brings her a lekythos filled with the river's water. Although Apuleius' story of Cupid and Psyche had been a common theme in European art since the Renaissance, the particular incident of Psyche rescued by Jupiter's eagle was seldom illustrated.
Comparable to themes in mythology, Old Testament figures and heroines in particular were popular subjects of artworks in the mid-19th century. Several scenes from the Biblical (Gen. 24) story of Rebecca's meeting with Eliezer, and subsequent marriage to Isaac, were depicted in the 19th century. The most frequent representation shows Rebecca at the well with a pitcher. Other examples of the subject include those by the Italians Cesare Lapini, Giovanni Battista Lombardi and Domenico Menconi and American sculptors Brown, Mozier, and Chauncey Bradley Ives...
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Stone Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
