10th Jan, 2024 10:00
Country House Sale
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Two bronze models of classical statues
Myron's Discobolus (Diskobolos, Discus Thrower), 24cm high and The Callipygian Venus, (Afrodite Callipige, Aphrodite Kallipygos), 29cm high (2)
Note: The Discobolos was originally sculpted in bronze around 450 BCE by Myron. The Callipygian Venus dates from the 1st Century BC.
Sold for £100
Estimated at £100 - £200
Two bronze models of classical statues
Myron's Discobolus (Diskobolos, Discus Thrower), 24cm high and The Callipygian Venus, (Afrodite Callipige, Aphrodite Kallipygos), 29cm high (2)
Note: The Discobolos was originally sculpted in bronze around 450 BCE by Myron. The Callipygian Venus dates from the 1st Century BC.
Both with signs of wear consistent with age and use. Both with patina/verdigris and some rusting.
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Auction: Country House Sale, 10th Jan, 2024
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