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antique art: sculpture
Sculpture is the art of making two or three-dimensional representative or abstract forms, by carving stone, wood or marble and by using metals such as bronze or plaster.
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Gypsium bust Krishjanis Barons
sia antion, riga, latvia
1924. Author Richard Maur (1888-1966), Latvia. Gypsum, handmade. 53x34 cm. The particular bust was the property of the poet Augusts Saulietis, featured in a painting by Jekabs Bine at his home in the cabinet. Width: 53cm, Height: 34cm, Depth: 34cm, Weight: 5kg, Condition: Condition of use, Material: , ID: 10945
£613.19
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Important Marble Group After The Antique The Wrestlers
sia antion, riga, latvia
Important group in Carrara marble after the antique representing a wrestler triumphant over his opponent, on a base in the naturalist style. The modeling of the work, deliberately excessive, helps to convey the virulence of the struggle. Note, part of a finger missing and restored by our workshop. Very high quality of execution. The ancient marble group from which this bronze is inspired was discovered in 1583 near Porta San Giovanni in Rome. In June of the same year, the group was purchased by Cardinal Ferdinand de Medici, future Grand Duke of Tuscany, and is kept in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Width: 46cm, Height: 43cm, Depth: 30cm, Weight: 36.5kg, Condition: Very good condition, 1 missing end, Material: Marble, ID: 8791
£4,603.91
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Wood carving of a man with a basket by George Lilanga di Nyama (Tanzanian, 1934-2005) from the 20...
sia antion, riga, latvia
African wood-carved figure of a man with a basket by one of the most important artists of the 20th century in Tanzania, George Lilanga di Nyama. Carved and overpainted wood in the typical style of the artist. Signed on the base. Mainly in good condition, with three cracks in the wood: one in the base near the signature, and two others in the head area near the ears. Height: 29cm. Width: 18cm, Height: 29cm, Depth: 18cm, Weight: 2kg, Condition: Cracks, Material: Wood, ID: 8728
£4,236.00
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Festus O. Idehen (Festus O. Idehen), African thinker, wood carving
sia antion, riga, latvia
Festus O. Idehen (Nigeria, b. 1927), African wood carving thinker, signed on the base of FESTUS. An amazing wooden figurine, carved from a single piece of wood, most likely teak wood. Width: 7.7cm, Height: 26.2cm, Depth: 4.2cm, Weight: 0.338kg, Condition: Good, Material: Wood, ID: 8641
£1,197.38
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Ivory figure of a gentleman in a cocked hat.
sia antion, riga, latvia
Carved miniature on ivory "Gentleman with a cocked hat and a cane" on a cylindrical pedestal. XIX century. The shoes have traces of glue. h. 15 cm. Width: 8cm, Height: 15.5cm, Depth: 6cm, Weight: 0.5kg, Condition: Some lacks, Material: Ivory, ID: 4029
£538.61
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Panel with a cast-iron bas-relief of Emperor Alexander II.
sia antion, riga, latvia
Wall panel with a cast-iron bas-relief of Emperor Alexander II. B is given in 34, head in profile. Tsarist Russia, 19th century, diameter 31 cm. Width: 31cm, Height: 31cm, Depth: 10cm, Weight: 3kg, Condition: Earlier restoration, Material: Cast iron, ID: 3987
£290.02
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Carved ivory figurine of a boy with a bird 1800s.
sia antion, riga, latvia
Carved ivory figurine of a boy with a bird, standing on a collapsible pedestal. A rural bird catcher in a straw hat is ironically represented by an ancient philosopher in the pose of a pastoral thinker. The bird in hand is a kind of theme for thinking about freedom. But who else in the human world can be freer than a carefree bird catcher?1800s, supposedly made in Dieppe. Height 11.5 cm. Width: 4cm, Height: 11.5cm, Depth: 6cm, Weight: 0.15kg, Condition: Earlier restoration, Material: Bone, ID: 3908
£430.89
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Abduction of the Sabines after the model of Giovanni da Bologna
sia antion, riga, latvia
The sculptural group “The Abduction of the Sabines”, made using the technique of copper electroplating according to the model of the Florentine master Giovanni da Bologna, a representative of the early Baroque. The work illustrates a well-known plot of Roman history when robbers and pirates, associates of Romulus, invited the neighboring Sabine tribe to visit in order to get women, at a signal from Romulus, the Romans rushed to grab the maidens, pushing away their fathers and husbands. Thus ensuring the future of the eternal city. The work is being built by a spiral screw; from the defeated and begging for mercy, to the solemn possession of the prey at the top. The expression of the struggle is ensured by the multidirectionality of the hands. Passion and valuing what is possessed is the leitmotif of the protagonist.The Florentine master Giovani da Bologna, nicknamed Giambologna, is considered one of the best masters of late mannerism. The sculptural group he created combines the classical nude forms characteristic of Greek sculpture and the dynamism of mannerism. In 1563, Giambologna became a member of the prestigious Academy of Arts in Florence. He creates his first masterpiece for the city of Bologna: after receiving payment for the bronze sculpture of Neptune, the master creates it for the fountain of the same name. The design of the sculpture of the Sabine Women began in 1579. Initially, the artist planned to create only two figures, as can be seen from the preparatory bronze blanks (Capodimonte Museum, Naples), but then he added a third figure, as evidenced by wax models (Victoria and Albert Museum, London). A full-scale plaster model of the sculpture can be seen in the Galleria dellAccademia in Florence. The statue illustrates the legend of the beginning of the “Sabine War”. Almost the entire population of Rome consisted of men, and local tribes did not allow their women to marry Romans due to their poverty. Romulus organizes a celebration in the city, inviting many guests, including his neighbors, and at a certain point in the celebration, a violent abduction of women occurs, subsequently captured in stone by the great master Giambologna. Width: 40cm, Height: 110cm, Depth: 40cm, Weight: 30kg, Condition: Good, Material: Copper, ID: 2758
£2,900.23
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Erotic couple.
sia antion, riga, latvia
Figurine Okimono Erotic couple consists of two figures in an erotic pose, made of white ivory. Brand. Width: 7cm, Height: 4cm, Depth: 3cm, Weight: 0.04kg, Condition: Some lacks, Material: Hand Painted, ID: 1745
£290.02
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Sculptures of Maura.
sia antion, riga, latvia
A pair of graceful, full-length figures "Moors". Polychrome painting on wood. France 19th century. H-150 cm Salon decoration in the form of doorkeepers of the Moors - an integral part of the Victorian era, the colonial conquests in general. Presented in rich oriental attire, in addition to a representative task, they perform the function of a smoker, a kind of substitute for servants. Width: 100cm, Height: 150cm, Depth: 200cm, Weight: 30kg, Condition: Good, Material: Wood, ID: 136
£6,214.78
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A Very Interesting Carved Fruitwood Sleeping Child Attributed To Laurent Delvaux Gand 1696- Nive...
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
A Very Interesting Carved Fruitwood Sleeping Child Attributed To Laurent Delvaux Gand 1696- Nivelles 1778. Laurent Delvaux was a famous sculptor who was working in wood and marble. There are several sculptures in marble known...
£6,850.00
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Very Decorative Carved Reliefs/Sculpture Of A Man And A Woman circa 1540
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Very Decorative Carved Reliefs/Sculpture Of A Man And A Woman circa 1540 Two original 16th century wooden reliefs of a man and a woman, possibly Joseph and Mary) South European. Whole over in very good...
£2,750.00
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A Young Boy with Hat – Brass Figure, Early 20th Century.
sia antion, riga, latvia
A Young Boy with Hat – Brass Figure, Early 20th. CenturyAn overpainted brass figure of a young boy wearing a hat. Height: 37 cm. Width: 20cm, Height: 40cm, Depth: 20cm, Weight: 10kg, Condition: Good, Material: Brass, ID: 11593
£464.04
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Early Dated 1728 Stylish Norwegian Mangle Board
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Early Dated 1728 Stylish Norwegian Mangle Board Finely carved from fruit wood with interesting carved handle. The mangling board is carved with the the text and date : Iod Anno 1728. All over in original...
£575.00
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An Oak Early Very Finely Chip Carved Dutch Mangle Board. Circa 1800.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
An Oak Early Very Finely Chip Carved Dutch Mangle Board. Circa 1800. Overall very fine carved with original old beautiful patination, in good used original condition. measures: height: 77 cm wide: 13cm Price: £675,—
£675.00
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18th Century Wooden Sculpture/Holy Water Font.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
18th Century Wooden Sculpture/Holy Water Font. Of The Rare Subject Of Christ And The Samaritan Woman By Jacob’s Well Near The City Of Syshar. Southern Germany circa 1770. Still with the original old polychrome. There...
£2,750.00
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Impressive Relief Sculpture Of Christ Carrying The Cross On His Way To Calvary circa: 1560.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Impressive Relief Sculpture Of Christ Carrying The Cross On His Way To Calvary circa: 1560. Simon Of Cyrene is helping to carry the cross, Veronica offers Christ a cloth. You can also see Maria Magdalena...
£12,500.00
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Rare Pair of Very Large Royal Worcester Figures Mounted on Circular Rustic Bases
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900. Rare pair of very large Royal Worcester figures mounted on circular rustic bases. A neo classical female figure playing the tambourine whilst a male with draped clothes is carrying a torch. Minor finger...
£6,750.00
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Marble & Alabaster Figures 18th Century work of Art
bore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Wonderful carving, depicting two young people seemingly in love, marble an alabaster materials not perfect in need of some restoration but still stunning work, very heavy close to 50 kilo in weight length of 52...
£2,750.00
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IMPRESSIVE ORIGINAL SCULPTURE OF DOMENICO ANTONIO VACCARO !!!!!!!!!
us1 exports, san isidro, argentina
This is an original sculpture of Domenico Antonio Vaccaro . The owner is THE LAST DIRECT DESCENDENT OF THE AUTHOR . His mother was the last descendent with the last name VACCARO so we required...
£27,676.74
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Draft Horse, A Powerful Bronze Sculpture In the Style of Renee Sintenis 1888-1965.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Draft Horse, A Powerful Bronze Sculpture In the Style of Renee Sintenis 1888-1965. Standing on original fossil hardstone base, possibly indistinctly signed with initials on the horse’s hoof. Circa 1900-20 In original condition with wonderful...
£7,500.00
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Life Study wall mask - Denis Peploe RSA
room four, glasgow, united kingdom
Denis Peploe, RSA (Scottish 1914-93) Life study bust of John Guthrie by renowned Edinburgh artist and sculptor Denis Peploe (son of artist Samuel John Peploe). Provenance The Peploe Family Collection. This hyper realistic representation of...
£750.00
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A Young Saint Plaque
blue boar antiques ltd, launceston, united kingdom
A lovely painted plaster wall plaque of a young sainted boy dating to around the late 19th Century. There are signs of age, various small knocks and marks as can be expected for its age,...
£500.00
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Benin Original Antique Large Bronze Ram Aquamanile circa 1900 (or earlier)
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Benin Original Antique Large Bronze Ram Aquamanile circa 1900 (or earlier) ?Very decorative and with beautiful original patination.? In very good original used condition.? 47cm high, 47cm wide, 13cm deep.? Price: £7500,—
£7,500.00
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Ukraine Interest, Amusing Sculpture/Lamp Of A Night Watchman.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Ukraine Interest, Amusing Sculpture Of A Night Watchman. Standing in front of a illuminated lantern with a lantern on his arm a signal horn and a halberd in his hands, the base simulating rocks. Finely...
£1,850.00
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