Antique Bronze Sculpture by B. Boschetti, 1800s

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This is a truly magnificent antique italian grand tour figural golden patinated bronze sculpture depicting a wounded gladiator known as … Read more This is a truly magnificent antique italian grand tour figural golden patinated bronze sculpture depicting a wounded gladiator known as "the dying gaul", and signed b boschetti, roma, circa 1830 in date. This striking classical sculpture is after the original antique roman marble sculpture found in the capitoline museum in the early 17th century, which is itself a copy of an ancient hellenistic bronze sculpture commissioned by attalus of pergamon in 230-220 bc to celebrate his victory over the galatians. This exquisitely executed bronze sculpture depicts the wounded naked dying gladiator with remarkable realism and pathos. He is beautifully featured as a celtic warrior with curly hairstyle and has a characteristic band of twisted metal around his neck. He lies on his fallen shield while his sword lies beside him on the right-hand side and his head is looking downward in dignified sorrow. He is raised on an antico rosso oval plinth on bun feet and is signed b boschetti roma, on one end of the bronze. The attention to detail throughout this piece is second to none. Add a classical dimension to your home with this captivating italian grand tour sculpture. Condition: in really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation\. Dimensions in cm: height 23 x width 38 x depth 20 this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
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