Figure - Discus thrower - Bronze

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Michel Karis
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Estimate  € 180 - € 220
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Description from the seller

Inspired by the Greek original "Discobolus" by Myron (circa 450 BC), the near-nude athletic figure of an Olympic discus thrower cast in bronze and mounted on a black marble base for a height of 17cm and weight of 1187g. In the 1930s, in the period preceding the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics there was great demand for such bronzes cast as athletic figures in the classical aesthetic.

Condition: Very good. no significant damages or repairs. Minimal wear commensurate with age.

This lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by registered and insured mail.

Inspired by the Greek original "Discobolus" by Myron (circa 450 BC), the near-nude athletic figure of an Olympic discus thrower cast in bronze and mounted on a black marble base for a height of 17cm and weight of 1187g. In the 1930s, in the period preceding the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics there was great demand for such bronzes cast as athletic figures in the classical aesthetic.

Condition: Very good. no significant damages or repairs. Minimal wear commensurate with age.

This lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by registered and insured mail.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
1187 g
Title
Discus thrower
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Bronze
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
17 cm
Width
13.7 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated Period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
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