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Grand Tour Bronze Of Silenus

Offered by: David Neligan Antiques

Description
Silenus in Greek mythology was the companion and Tutor to the wine god Dionysus. This piece is a copy of the original found at Pompeii and now in the National Museum in Naples. A copy like this is also on view. Now mounted with a round piece of wood top and useful as a table.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Bronze,Wood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1880
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	845510

Dimensions

H.	22.75 in;	Diam.	10.25 in;
H.	57.79 cm;	Diam.	26.04 cm;

Message from Seller:

David Neligan Antiques, located in Essex, Massachusetts, offers a large inventory of period English and Continental furniture and decorative arts. With over 35 years of experience and a background in both appraisal and auctioneering, David is a trusted expert in the field; contact him at 978.768.3910 or via email at david@davidneliganantiques.com.