Description

Fine C19th French ‘Grand Tour’ souvenir bronze study of “‘Diane de Gabii” , or Diana of Gabies , after the antique.
Superb quality casting of the iconic statue of the goddess Diana or Artemis , depicted robing . The original antique marble study attributed to the Greek sculptor Praxiteles , was discovered in 1792 by Gavin Hamilton at the property of Prince Borghese at Gabii near Rome , Italy . In 1807 , due to financial difficulties the Prince sold the statue from his collection to Napoleon who transported it to Paris , where it remains on exhibition today in the Louvre Museum.
The Roman goddess of the hunt , moon and birthing , Diana was known to the Greeks as Artemis .
Excellent original condition with a wonderful ‘chocolate’ colour and patina . Signed in script to side of base “Museé du Louvre” .
H 22”
W 6.5”
D 5.5”
France c.1880
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 244

Dimensions

Height = 56 cm (22")
Width = 17 cm (7")
Depth = 13 cm (5")