Grand Tour Capitoline She-Wolf Bronze (Lupa Capitolina), c.1880

Description

Bronze figure of the Capitoline She-Wolf (Lupa Capitolina) suckling Romulus and Remus on rocky base with polished honey onyx plinth, circa 1880.

Iconic symbol of Rome's foundation myth after the ancient Etruscan original (Capitoline Museums, c. 5th century BC with Renaissance twins). Mottled dark-to-golden patina with clear detailing to wolf's alert stance and infants' forms-prized Grand Tour souvenir evoking Roma Caput Mundi for 19th-century travelers.

6 inches wide by 21/8 inches deep by 21/2 inches tall

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor chip to one corner of onyx plinth; otherwise excellent.

Origin:
Italy

Materials & Techniques:
Bronze, Onyx

Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
Art Subjects: Animals, Mythology
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Minor chip to one corner of onyx plinth; otherwise excellent.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

2.5 x 6 x 2.13 in

Grand Tour Capitoline She-Wolf Bronze (Lupa Capitolina), c.1880

Lot 0363

Estimate $1,000-$2,400

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