Cold-Vintage Cold-Cast Bronze Bust of Ajax, After Boschetti – Onyx Base – 14.75” Tall

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Description

A dramatic cold-cast bronze bust of Ajax, styled after the famed 19th-century Italian sculptor Benedetto Boschetti, known for his exquisite … Read more A dramatic cold-cast bronze bust of Ajax, styled after the famed 19th-century Italian sculptor Benedetto Boschetti, known for his exquisite Grand Tour bronzes. This expressive figure captures Ajax in a moment of heroic intensity—helmeted, bearded, and rendered with beautifully dynamic modeling throughout the face, hair, and drapery.

The bust is mounted on a richly layered onyx stone base, whose warm striations in honey, ivory, and sand tones create a powerful contrast with the deep bronze finish. At 14.75 inches tall, this piece brings an unmistakable sense of classical gravitas and museum-quality presence to any interior.

Details
• Subject: Ajax (Aias), hero of the Trojan War
• Style: After Benedetto Boschetti (Grand Tour era)
• Material: Cold-cast bronze (bronze powder in resin)
• Base: Solid multi-toned onyx
• Dimensions: 14.75” tall × 4” wide
• Perfect for European, study, or classical gallery-style interiors

Condition

Beautiful overall condition.
There is minor edge chipping on the bottom of the stone base—subtle and not distracting when displayed.

Why This Piece Stands Out
• Elegant Grand Tour aesthetic
• Dramatic, heroically scaled facial expression and drapery
• Heavy natural stone base provides visual and literal weight
• A striking anchor for a library, office, or collected vignette See less