Cast bronze figures of a satyr and a nymph, F ..., Satyr und Nymphe
Cast bronze figures of a satyr and a nymph, France, 2nd half 18th century
Cast in the round and with old patina. Facing figures of a satyr and a nymph from the retinue of the god Dionysos playing a horn and a xylophone. Both wear long robes, lion's pelts and grapevine crowns, the satyr carries a wine flask, the nymph a basket of fruit.
Minimal wear. Mounted on a gilt marble plinth with brass appliques. Height of each 26.5 cm (without plinth). Provenance
Rhenish private ownership.
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Cast bronze figures of a satyr and a nymph, France, 2nd half 18th century
Cast in the round and with old patina. Facing figures of a satyr and a nymph from the retinue of the god Dionysos playing a horn and a xylophone. Both wear long robes, lion's pelts and grapevine crowns, the satyr carries a wine flask, the nymph a basket of fruit.
Minimal wear. Mounted on a gilt marble plinth with brass appliques. Height of each 26.5 cm (without plinth). Provenance
Rhenish private ownership.