St. George And The Dragon In Carrara Marble, Finely - Nov 14, 2018 | Jasper52 In Ny
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St. George and the Dragon in Carrara Marble, finely
St. George and the Dragon in Carrara Marble, finely
Item Details
Description
  • Title: St. George and the Dragon in Carrara Marble, finely worked and sculpted by hand - Altarpiece
  • Maker: Masters sculptors of the time
  • Origin: Positioned on the back wall of the presbytery of a church in Venice, Italy
  • Date/Period: Period 1700
  • Materials: Carrara Marble
  • Dimensions: Measurements: Length 85 cm, Width 45 cm, Thickness 9 cm, Weight 75 Kg.

    Very rare Altarpiece depicting St. George riding a horse in the act of killing the Dragon, in Carrara marble, completely worked and sculpted by hand with absolute care and precision. Being part of a couple, it was flanked by another work depicting Saint Michael. Positioned on the back wall of the presbytery of a church in Venice, period 1700. Extraordinary work, of superior quality, more unique than rare. Optimal to hang on the wall, it can also be supported, beautiful grain and patina of marble, shiny and refined. Exceptional attention to details and anatomical details, exclusive lot. Legend has it that this saint killed the monster as the latter with his breath killed people, asked in return for citizens to convert and be baptized. He works with evident allegorical messages, the victory of good over evil. It is in excellent condition, intact. It will be shipped with wooden case. Safe, traceable and economical shipping worldwide.

    Reserve: $2,500.00

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  • Domestic: Flat-rate of $570.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
  • International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
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  • Location: This item ships from Italy

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  • Condition
    Excellent condition, intact
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    St. George and the Dragon in Carrara Marble, finely

    Estimate $3,000 - $3,500
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    Starting Price $1,500
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    Item located in New York, NY, us
    $570 shipping in the US

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