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A series of 12 18th century watercolours by Michelangelo Maestri

$48,000per set
£36,647.78per set
€42,346.19per set
CA$67,382.91per set
A$75,105.28per set
CHF 39,405.16per set
MX$917,157.89per set
NOK 498,955.03per set
SEK 471,588.40per set
DKK 316,048.06per set

About the Item

gouache on paper Companions of Apollo, daughters of Jupiter and Mnemosyne (Memory), these nine classical Muses are associated with inspiration and learning. Each of these Muses holds a sphere of influence over poetry, song and other arts. Standing atop a plinth like an animated statue each Muse is depicted interacting with their objects signifying poetry, astronomy and theatre. A similar set of 9 was in the collection of Gianni Versace
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 12
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1790
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Harrington Park, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10453246057192

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