Grand Tour Bronze Apollo Belvedere after Leochares, Votive or Oil Lamp

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Grand Tour Bronze Apollo Belvedere After Leochares, Votive, or Oil Lamp
Italy, circa late 19th century


A fine example of … Read more Grand Tour Bronze Apollo Belvedere After Leochares, Votive, or Oil Lamp
Italy, circa late 19th century


A fine example of classical antiquity is this exquisite Grand Tour bronze sculpture, Votive or Oil Lamp, depicting the Apollo Belvedere after the original work by Leochares. Made in Italy during the late 19th century, this 8-inch-wide and 10-inch-high masterwork is a testament to the era's fascination with classical art. Beautifully cast with a warm patina, the sculpture stands on a 3" x 3" rouge marble base, adding a touch of warmth to its presentation.

What sets this work apart is its dual functionality, serving as both a votive and an oil lamp. Suspended from the sculpture is a bronze-mounted cranberry glass vessel, measuring 3" in diameter and 4" in height—a rare and captivating addition to this already exceptional work of art. The fusion of historical significance and practical functionality makes this Apollo Belvedere sculpture or lamp a unique example of an interior or collection embodying the spirit of the Grand Tour tradition. See less