[Homer]. 19th Century Bronze Bust Sculpture.
Impressive bronze bust, French, late 19th century, after the original marble portrait known as Homer Caetani (the bust was found in the walls of the Caetani Palace at Rome), a Roman copy (2nd century CE) of a Greek original, on display at the Louvre. The name of the great poet "HOMERE" incised to the lower base, no foundry marks located. A finely detailed casting with an attractive dark patina. 21 x 11 x 8.5 inches; 53.5 x 28 x 21.5 cm.
NB: Very heavy! Please select Sculpture-Large shipping option at checkout and note that extra shipping fees may also apply for International Orders.
[Homer]. 19th Century Bronze Bust Sculpture.
Impressive bronze bust, French, late 19th century, after the original marble portrait known as Homer Caetani (the bust was found in the walls of the Caetani Palace at Rome), a Roman copy (2nd century CE) of a Greek original, on display at the Louvre. The name of the great poet "HOMERE" incised to the lower base, no foundry marks located. A finely detailed casting with an attractive dark patina. 21 x 11 x 8.5 inches; 53.5 x 28 x 21.5 cm.
NB: Very heavy! Please select Sculpture-Large shipping option at checkout and note that extra shipping fees may also apply for International Orders.