Antique Italian Neoclassical Stoneware Statue of Bacchus

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Object Description

An antique Italian Neoclassical buff stoneware statue of Resting Satyr, after the antique.

Dating circa 1880, this French sculpture is of a small scale in a desirable neutral tone, displayed in a strong stance showcasing the life like features of its subject and an exceptional sense of motion.

This expertly handcrafted statue is mounted on a round integral base, making it perfect as a decorative display for interior use.

Resting Satyr

Known for its relaxed stance and tree trunk prop, the resting satyr has remained an iconic piece of Roman art.

The stoneware piece we currently house is a depiction of the original, showing the young satyr resting against a tree trunk in its elegant pose.

Also known as ‘The Faun of Praxiteles’, the original is thought to have been a marble statue by Praxiteles from around 340-330 BC, the satyr thought have been called ‘Periboëtos’ in Roman mythology. It now resides in the Capitoline Museums, in Rome, Italy.

Object Condition

Good structural condition. Stripped of paint. The forearm is made as a separate piece and a manufactured joint that has been reattached. Few chips to the base. Chip to the lower hand.

Object Details

Dealer Opening Times

We are open weekly as follows:

Monday
8.00 - 16.00
Tuesday
8.00 - 16.00
Wednesday
8.00 - 16.00
Thursday
8.00 - 16.00
Friday
8.00 - 16:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Dealer Contact

Telephone
+44(0) 1981 541 155
Mobile
+44(0) 7786 916 288
Web
uk-heritage.co.uk
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Dealer Location

FROM THE M50 / ROSS-ON-WYE

At the end of the M50, take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50). Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles and take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, signed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

FROM A49 HEREFORD

Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow, there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 signed Wormelow / Monmouth. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

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