Sculpture, LA BACCANTE - 11 cm - Corallium secundum
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Pink coral sculpture (Corallium secundum) from Italy, titled LA BACCANTE, 17 cm wide, 11 cm high, 2.7 cm thick, weighing 216.55 g, unsigned and incised in Torre del Greco by a master engraver, depicting a bacchante from classical mythology.
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Enchanting sculpture in pink coral from the Asian seas.
Crafted and engraved in Torre del Greco by a master engraver of the era
Total weight: 216.55 g
Length: 17 cm
Height: 11 cm
Thickness at the thickest part: 2.5 cm.
The piece depicts a Bacchante (also known as a Maenad), a figure from classical mythology associated with the cult of Dionysus (Bacchus), the god of wine, festivity, and nature. The coral-incised details come together to tell this traditional iconography: clusters of grapes and vine leaves among the hair are Dionysus’ signature symbols and evoke merriment, the harvest, and ritual celebrations.
The small birds in flight embody the strong connection of the Bacchante with wild and pristine nature.
Perfect for creating important collectible ornaments or to be placed on a base.
It will be delivered with gift packaging and a material warranty.
Seller's Story
Artisans of Torre del Greco for generations, with passion, tradition and creativity we give life to our creations, artisans of Mediterranean Coral, Pink Coral, Turquoise, Arizona, Cameos and pearls.
Each creation is unique as it is handcrafted
Translated by Google TranslateEnchanting sculpture in pink coral from the Asian seas.
Crafted and engraved in Torre del Greco by a master engraver of the era
Total weight: 216.55 g
Length: 17 cm
Height: 11 cm
Thickness at the thickest part: 2.5 cm.
The piece depicts a Bacchante (also known as a Maenad), a figure from classical mythology associated with the cult of Dionysus (Bacchus), the god of wine, festivity, and nature. The coral-incised details come together to tell this traditional iconography: clusters of grapes and vine leaves among the hair are Dionysus’ signature symbols and evoke merriment, the harvest, and ritual celebrations.
The small birds in flight embody the strong connection of the Bacchante with wild and pristine nature.
Perfect for creating important collectible ornaments or to be placed on a base.
It will be delivered with gift packaging and a material warranty.
Seller's Story
Artisans of Torre del Greco for generations, with passion, tradition and creativity we give life to our creations, artisans of Mediterranean Coral, Pink Coral, Turquoise, Arizona, Cameos and pearls.
Each creation is unique as it is handcrafted
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Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Corallium secundum
Title of artwork
LA BACCANTE
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
11 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
2.7 cm
Weight
216.55 g
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