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Antique Bronze Bust of Dante. A powerful bust of the Italian philosopher and poet, Dante, raised on a Limestone pedestal. The Italian poet and scholar Dante Alighieri is best known for his masterpiece La Commedia (The Divine Comedy). This is universally considered one of world literature’s greatest poems.
Depth: 35.5cm13.98in
Width: 44.5cm17.52in
Height: 154cm60.63in
Weight: 200kg440.92lbs
Good structural condition. The pedestal is weathered with minor chips and losses near the base. There are some light verdigris staining. Please refer to photographs. The back of the pedestal is not carved, it is cut flat.
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
Circa 1900
Bronze, Limestone, Portland Stone
England, Italy
Early 20th Century
Gothic, Neoclassical, Regency
Antique Bronze Bust of Dante. A powerful bust of the Italian philosopher and poet, Dante, raised on a Limestone pedestal. The Italian poet and scholar Dante Alighieri is best known for his masterpiece La Commedia (The Divine Comedy). This is universally considered one of world literature’s greatest poems.
| Weight | 200 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 35.5 × 44.5 × 154 cm |
| Date of Manufacture | Circa 1900 |
| Material | |
| Origin | England, Italy |
| Period | Early 20th Century |