Bronze Sculpture - 44.5 mm
06
days
20
hours
33
minutes
05
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 3,800 - € 4,400
No bids placed
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 134906 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Description from the seller
This magnificent pair of bronze braziers is a masterpiece inspired by classical art, a homage to the refinement and symbolism of ancient Pompeii. The structures are supported by three dancing fauns, woodland deities linked to fertility and the natural world, depicted with extraordinary attention to detail and a graceful posture that evokes movement and lightness.
Slender legs, fused with elegant vegetal motifs, harmoniously transform into stable bases, while the sculpted bodies with well-defined musculature amplify the mythical charm of these figures. The fauns gracefully bear a large bowl decorated with a pierced rim, whose design recalls the refined ceremonial objects of the Roman era.
Inspired by Pompeian artifacts, with clear references to classical art and Roman mythology, the mythological fauns, representing fertility, celebration and connection with nature.
Originally used to contain burning embers, these braziers are perfect today as luxurious decorative elements, capable of enriching any environment with their ancient charm.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateThis magnificent pair of bronze braziers is a masterpiece inspired by classical art, a homage to the refinement and symbolism of ancient Pompeii. The structures are supported by three dancing fauns, woodland deities linked to fertility and the natural world, depicted with extraordinary attention to detail and a graceful posture that evokes movement and lightness.
Slender legs, fused with elegant vegetal motifs, harmoniously transform into stable bases, while the sculpted bodies with well-defined musculature amplify the mythical charm of these figures. The fauns gracefully bear a large bowl decorated with a pierced rim, whose design recalls the refined ceremonial objects of the Roman era.
Inspired by Pompeian artifacts, with clear references to classical art and Roman mythology, the mythological fauns, representing fertility, celebration and connection with nature.
Originally used to contain burning embers, these braziers are perfect today as luxurious decorative elements, capable of enriching any environment with their ancient charm.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Pair of Bronze Braziers – Pompeian Fauns.
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
44.5 mm
Width
27 mm
Depth
27 mm
Weight
12.1 kg
Sold by
