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Victorian Bronze Lithe Eros Cupid Archer Sculpture After Alfred Gilbert RA

£500.00

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This Victorian bronze sculpture depicts Eros, an iconic figure from Greek mythology. This impressive sculpture is from the 19th-century in the style designed by a renowned British Royal Academician, Alfred Gilbert RA. Crafted with precision, this piece is ideal for any collector of fine arts.
Good display size being 50cm tall.
Free standing ideal to display proudly in your home.
A great conversation talking point to your guests.
In a style similar to After Alfred Gilbert.
Subject figure of a lithe youth drawing an arrow of desire set on a sphere plinth.
Sir Alfred Gilbert RA (12 August 1854 – 4 November 1934) was an English sculptor and goldsmith who enthusiastically experimented with metallurgical innovations.
He was a central if idiosyncratic participant in the New Sculpture movement that invigorated sculpture in Britain at the end of the nineteenth century.
Unsigned sculptor unknown.
In Greek mythology, Eros, Ancient Greek meaning "Desire", is the Greek god of love.
His Roman counterpart was Cupid. He is described as one of the children of Aphrodite and Ares and, with some of his siblings, was one of the Eroses, a group of winged love gods.
In some traditions, he is described as one of the primordial gods.
Unwrapped weight just over kg.
Circa late 19th century 1890s.
So collectible.
Provenance bought out of a private museum collection a stately home in Shropshire.
Condition report.
Offered in fine old used condition.
Having a charming natural wear patina commensurate with usage & old age.
With some noticeable scuffs, scratches, stains in places.
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Dimensions in centimetres

High (50cm)

Width of base (13cm)

Length (20cm)