Gino Ruggeri - Sculpture, RARA "Ercole e Lica" Mitologia Greca, dal Modello di Caravaggio - Metà '900 - 27 cm - Alabaster and Resin - 1960
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A 1960 Italian neoclassical sculpture in alabaster and resin, signed by hand, measuring 27 cm high, 15 cm wide and 5 cm deep, titled RARA "Ercole e Lica" Mitologia Greca, dal Modello di Caravaggio, Originale Prima Edizione by Gino Ruggeri of Italy, in good condition.
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It is a sublime tragedy, and Euripides' pen could rightly envy it to your chisel.
A monumental work of art that encapsulates the very essence of Italian neoclassical sculpture.
This superb artifact, signed by the renowned sculptor Gino Ruggeri from Volterra, faithfully reproduces with absolute emotional fidelity one of the most dramatic and powerful myths of ancient antiquity.
The composition captures the moment of maximum tension in which Hercules, driven mad with the pain caused by the tunic soaked in Nessus the centaur's blood, hurls the young herald Lica into the sea.
The importance of this work lies in its extraordinary dynamic rendering, inspired by the celebrated monumental work of Antonio Canova housed at the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna in Rome.
Ruggeri's mastery is evident in the ability to balance opposing forces: the Michelangelesque fury of Hercules dramatically contrasts with the inert, suspended body of Lica, while the skin of the Nemean lion at the base still anchors the scene to the myth.
Created by combining finest alabaster powder and special resins, the piece possesses a density, translucence, and patina of bygone times that render it indistinguishable from statuary marble.
To place this piece in your collection does not merely mean purchasing a decorative object, but owning an eternal symbol of strength, tragedy, and sublime artistic beauty.
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Translated by Google TranslateIt is a sublime tragedy, and Euripides' pen could rightly envy it to your chisel.
A monumental work of art that encapsulates the very essence of Italian neoclassical sculpture.
This superb artifact, signed by the renowned sculptor Gino Ruggeri from Volterra, faithfully reproduces with absolute emotional fidelity one of the most dramatic and powerful myths of ancient antiquity.
The composition captures the moment of maximum tension in which Hercules, driven mad with the pain caused by the tunic soaked in Nessus the centaur's blood, hurls the young herald Lica into the sea.
The importance of this work lies in its extraordinary dynamic rendering, inspired by the celebrated monumental work of Antonio Canova housed at the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna in Rome.
Ruggeri's mastery is evident in the ability to balance opposing forces: the Michelangelesque fury of Hercules dramatically contrasts with the inert, suspended body of Lica, while the skin of the Nemean lion at the base still anchors the scene to the myth.
Created by combining finest alabaster powder and special resins, the piece possesses a density, translucence, and patina of bygone times that render it indistinguishable from statuary marble.
To place this piece in your collection does not merely mean purchasing a decorative object, but owning an eternal symbol of strength, tragedy, and sublime artistic beauty.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects.
Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you.
Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep:
• A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco.
We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths.
• Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design.
• We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves.
• Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally.
This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector.
• Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction.
• Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood.
We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost.
Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust.
Happy bidding!
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Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Gino Ruggeri
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Antique inspired
Material
Alabaster and Resin
Title of artwork
RARA "Ercole e Lica" Mitologia Greca, dal Modello di Caravaggio - Metà '900
Signature
Hand signed
Edition
Original First Edition
Year
1960
Condition
Good condition
Height
27 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
5 cm
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