Description
Eros stringing his bow Grand Tour bronze from Italy. The original is credited to Lysippos 4th century. The Vatican marble is a Roman copy from Hadrian's Palace. A beautiful sculpture of the young winged Cupid with his bow and quiver resting on the trunk by his leg. This bronze is highlighted by gilt wash on the wings, the hair, and the tree trunk by his leg. Fine detail to the braided hair on top of his head and the feathered wings. Size 9" tall and 7.5" wide overall.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: very good condition
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Bronze
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Italy
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: very good condition
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Bronze
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Italy
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; very good condition
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
9 x 7.5 x 5.5 in
Mid 19th Century Grand Tour Eros Stringing His Bow Figurine Credited to Lysippos 4th Century
Estimate $1,100-$2,630
Starting Bid
$550
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