Ugo Attardi (1923-2006) - Sculpture, Ulisse - 27 cm - Bronze - 1980
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Ulisse, a patinated bronze low-relief sculpture by Ugo Attardi (1923–2006), edition 1/50, with the bronze plaque measuring 27 × 36 cm (approx. 3 cm thick) and overall frame including mount about 49 × 58 × 5 cm, weighing around 7.5 kg, created in 1980, engraved signature on the front lower right and Roman numeral I/L indicating the first of 50, maritime-mythological subject matter, condition: excellent.
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Important bronze bas-relief patinated by plastic fusion by Ugo Attardi (1923–2006), a storied master of Italian 20th century art.
Characteristics of the work:
Author: Ugo Attardi (1923–2006)
Subject: Maritime-mythological iconography typical of the author (The Navigators / Ulysses), with a warrior helmsman wearing a helmet and sword, a nude female figure aboard, and a winged star in the background.
Technique: Bronze fusion with strong sculptural projection, brown patina applied by heat and manual chasing on the anatomical volumes.
Signature and Numbering: Signed with a burin on the front lower right "Attardi"; numbered on the front lower left I/L (first specimen of the limited edition of 50 pieces in Roman numerals).
Provenance / Traceability: Verso with a handwritten note of auction passage "A 347 L 209 - ATTARDI".
Dimensions and Weight:
Bronze plate: 27 × 36 cm (plastic projection up to 2.5 cm).
Overall dimensions with frame: approximately 49 × 58 × 5 cm.
Total weight: approximately 7.5 kg (weight of the bronze plate alone estimated at over 3.5 kg).
Conditions:
State of conservation: Excellent. Bronze intact, uniform patina perfectly preserved, absence of oxidation or deformations. Mounted within an elegant toned passe-partout and a substantial carved gilded wooden frame of the period.
Shipping and Packaging:
Tracked and insured shipment with international express courier (BRT). The work will be protected with professional rigid packaging, high-density bubble wrap, and shaped reinforcements.
Seller's Story
Eko casa redesign was born from a passion for design, art, and the recovery of unique objects.
For over 10 years we have selected works, photographs, graphics, furnishings, and vintage objects sourced from auctions, private collections, and specialized markets.
We believe in the value of reuse and the circular economy: every piece is chosen with care for quality, authenticity, and charm, with the aim of giving it a new life in the hands of a new collector.
Each lot is selected with expertise, passion, and respect for the history it tells.
Translated by Google TranslateImportant bronze bas-relief patinated by plastic fusion by Ugo Attardi (1923–2006), a storied master of Italian 20th century art.
Characteristics of the work:
Author: Ugo Attardi (1923–2006)
Subject: Maritime-mythological iconography typical of the author (The Navigators / Ulysses), with a warrior helmsman wearing a helmet and sword, a nude female figure aboard, and a winged star in the background.
Technique: Bronze fusion with strong sculptural projection, brown patina applied by heat and manual chasing on the anatomical volumes.
Signature and Numbering: Signed with a burin on the front lower right "Attardi"; numbered on the front lower left I/L (first specimen of the limited edition of 50 pieces in Roman numerals).
Provenance / Traceability: Verso with a handwritten note of auction passage "A 347 L 209 - ATTARDI".
Dimensions and Weight:
Bronze plate: 27 × 36 cm (plastic projection up to 2.5 cm).
Overall dimensions with frame: approximately 49 × 58 × 5 cm.
Total weight: approximately 7.5 kg (weight of the bronze plate alone estimated at over 3.5 kg).
Conditions:
State of conservation: Excellent. Bronze intact, uniform patina perfectly preserved, absence of oxidation or deformations. Mounted within an elegant toned passe-partout and a substantial carved gilded wooden frame of the period.
Shipping and Packaging:
Tracked and insured shipment with international express courier (BRT). The work will be protected with professional rigid packaging, high-density bubble wrap, and shaped reinforcements.
Seller's Story
Eko casa redesign was born from a passion for design, art, and the recovery of unique objects.
For over 10 years we have selected works, photographs, graphics, furnishings, and vintage objects sourced from auctions, private collections, and specialized markets.
We believe in the value of reuse and the circular economy: every piece is chosen with care for quality, authenticity, and charm, with the aim of giving it a new life in the hands of a new collector.
Each lot is selected with expertise, passion, and respect for the history it tells.
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Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Modern
Material
Bronze
Artist
Ugo Attardi (1923-2006)
Title of artwork
Ulisse
Signature
Plate signed
Edition
Specimen 1/50
Year
1980
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
27 cm
Width
36 cm
Depth
3 cm
Weight
7500 g
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