A Large Spelter Figural Sculpture of Hippomene
A Large Spelter Figural Sculpture of Hippomene
French, 19th century, a large "bronzed" finish spelter sculpture of Hippomene. The figure wearing a flowing tunic, on a circular base with the figure's name inscribed. In Greek mythology, Hippomene was famed for being the husband of the heroine Atalanta; having won the hand in marriage of Atalanta following a running race.
31 1/2 inches tall
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A Large Spelter Figural Sculpture of Hippomene
French, 19th century, a large "bronzed" finish spelter sculpture of Hippomene. The figure wearing a flowing tunic, on a circular base with the figure's name inscribed. In Greek mythology, Hippomene was famed for being the husband of the heroine Atalanta; having won the hand in marriage of Atalanta following a running race.
31 1/2 inches tall