19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Faun
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A superb bronze sculpture of the drunken Satyr pouring wine after ancient Roman original preserved at the National Archaeological Museum in Naples (inv. 111495 - last three images).
Circa 1900.
Why We Like It
What makes this bronze so compelling is its warmth. Satyrs occupy a delightful moral grey zone — not gods, not men, just creatures gloriously devoted to pleasure — and this one radiates a kind of infectious contentment. He isn’t threatening or grotesque; he’s celebrating, and he’s inviting you to join him.
Dimensions
Height: 25 cm / 10”
Width: 18 cm / 7”
Depth: 9 cm / 3.5”
Condition
Ready for placement and enjoyment.
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