A PAIR OF ITALIAN BRONZE SCULPTURES OF AUGUSTUS PRIMAPORTA AND MINERVA GIUSTINIANI, AFTER THE ANTIQUE, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, each cast with good details and standing on a circular swiveling bronze base with applied knob, raised on a black Belgian marble and Levanto vert et rouge marble truncated columnar pedestal, one cast as the Augustus of Primaporta with his somber tranquil expression and wavy short locks of hair, standing contrapposto with one arm raised while wearing a cuirass covered in symbolic ancient deities cast in relief, partially covered by a robe loosely wrapped around his waist and draped over his other arm while also holding a consular baton, at his feet is the iconic Cupid riding a dolphin, height: 13 3/4", diameter: 4 1/2"; together with a statue of the Minerva Giustiniani cast with her traditional helmet surmounted by a sphinx and gazing downwards, wearing a himation draping over her peplos and partially covering her cuirass while holding a spear, standing with a long sinuous and coiled serpent peering up at her from the ground, height: 15", diameter: 4 1/2".

Each in good condition with some slightly rubbed areas of extremities, some oxidized spots scattered throughout, and surface buildup in crevices. August's base rim is slightly bent near the turning knob and at back. Both pedestals have expected small edge nicks, a few chips, light scratches and Minerva's pedestal shows evidence of being cracked as well as repaired. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.