Grand Tour Solid Bronze “Narcissus” After the Antique – Early 20th Century Classical Figure

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A solid bronze Grand Tour sculpture of Narcissus after the Antique, modeled after the celebrated Pompeii bronze discovered in 1862. … Read more A solid bronze Grand Tour sculpture of Narcissus after the Antique, modeled after the celebrated Pompeii bronze discovered in 1862. The original Roman figure — long admired for its elegance and introspection — became one of the most reproduced subjects of the Grand Tour era. This example, family‑owned for over 80 years, dates to the early 20th century, possibly late 19th, and retains a naturally aged patina ranging from warm bronze to green oxidation earned outdoors over decades.

The youthful figure stands in contrapposto with raised hand, curly hair, and a draped goatskin over the shoulder — details faithful to the Pompeian original. True solid bronze, not spelter or resin, with crisp casting and authentic weight.

Dimensions: 14.5"H × 6"W, approx. 6 lbs
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with natural patina; no cracks or repairs.
Provenance: Family‑owned since the 1940s.

A substantial, display‑ready Grand Tour bronze suitable for collectors of classical sculpture and early European bronze work.
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