Statue, David - 38 cm - Plaster

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Patinated plaster sculpture depicting David, Italian origin, from the 1950s, measuring 38 × 11 × 11 cm, unsigned and in good condition.

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Patinated plaster sculpture depicting David – Italy, 1950s

Refined plaster sculpture with a bronze imitation patina, depicting Michelangelo's famous David, attributed to European production from the 1950s, a period when high-quality reproductions were widespread, intended for artists' studios, academies, and cultured bourgeois environments.
The figure is depicted in the classic contrapposto stance, with the body's weight elegantly shifted onto one leg, a formal solution that imparts naturalness, balance, and dynamic tension to the composition. The anatomy is accurate and well-proportioned, with careful rendering of the musculature, face, and curly hair, faithfully inspired by the Michelangelo model.
The sculpture rests on an integrated base with a support trunk, a traditional iconographic element in reinterpretations of David, serving both structural and compositional purposes. The patina is carefully applied, mimicking the appearance of ancient bronze, and features a uniform surface with subtle color variations and signs of aging consistent with the object's age, attesting to its historical authenticity.
These patinated plaster works were particularly appreciated between the 19th and early 20th centuries for their educational, decorative, and collecting purposes, representing an educated and accessible way to approach the great models of Renaissance sculpture.

Ideal for:
collectors of figurative sculpture
studies, libraries, and representative environments
Decorative arrangements with a classic taste.
enthusiasts of Neo-Renaissance and academic art

An authentic vintage specimen, not a modern production, crafted according to traditional techniques of patinated plaster.

Careful and professional packaging.
Tracked and secure shipping across Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring to light forgotten treasures, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We are dedicated to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to breathe new life into forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you’re not just adopting an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to rescue forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style from a bygone era. We are dedicated to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we diligently restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed across oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every decorative accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just taking home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Patinated plaster sculpture depicting David – Italy, 1950s

Refined plaster sculpture with a bronze imitation patina, depicting Michelangelo's famous David, attributed to European production from the 1950s, a period when high-quality reproductions were widespread, intended for artists' studios, academies, and cultured bourgeois environments.
The figure is depicted in the classic contrapposto stance, with the body's weight elegantly shifted onto one leg, a formal solution that imparts naturalness, balance, and dynamic tension to the composition. The anatomy is accurate and well-proportioned, with careful rendering of the musculature, face, and curly hair, faithfully inspired by the Michelangelo model.
The sculpture rests on an integrated base with a support trunk, a traditional iconographic element in reinterpretations of David, serving both structural and compositional purposes. The patina is carefully applied, mimicking the appearance of ancient bronze, and features a uniform surface with subtle color variations and signs of aging consistent with the object's age, attesting to its historical authenticity.
These patinated plaster works were particularly appreciated between the 19th and early 20th centuries for their educational, decorative, and collecting purposes, representing an educated and accessible way to approach the great models of Renaissance sculpture.

Ideal for:
collectors of figurative sculpture
studies, libraries, and representative environments
Decorative arrangements with a classic taste.
enthusiasts of Neo-Renaissance and academic art

An authentic vintage specimen, not a modern production, crafted according to traditional techniques of patinated plaster.

Careful and professional packaging.
Tracked and secure shipping across Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring to light forgotten treasures, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We are dedicated to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to breathe new life into forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you’re not just adopting an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to rescue forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style from a bygone era. We are dedicated to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we diligently restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed across oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every decorative accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just taking home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Plaster
Title of artwork
David
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
38 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
11 cm
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Objects sold
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