Description

Early C20th bronze bust of Cassius. Signed and dated bronze study of the Roman General, philosopher and senator Gaius Cassius Longinus (85 BC-42 BC ) .Cassius was a leading instigator in the plot to assassinate Julius Caesar in an act of tyrannicide on 'The Ides of March' 44 BC ,and later led a rebellion in an attempt to seize power with Brutus .He died at the hands of his 'freedman' Pindarus, whom he ordered to kill him when he perceived his rebellious plot to grab control of The Empire and proclaim himself 'Imperator' had failed , and he was buried at Thasos . Inscribed to front "CASSIUS" and to rear "W. Fassbinder ,Koln 1908". Good patination . Powerful head and shoulders study with draped toga, head faced to 'sinister'(ie. looking to his left) raised on square block base .In Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar', Cassius is described as follows " Yon Cassius has a lean and hungry look; He thinks too much, such men are dangerous". A expression that the sculptor has captured in this strong image . H 12.5". Cologne, Germany 1908.
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 .
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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 .
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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.
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