Sculpture, Triton blowing a conch shell - 51 cm - Bronze, Wood

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Bronze sculpture of Triton blowing a conch shell, Italian, circa 17th–18th century, with a rocaille gilded wooden base, 22 × 22 × 51 cm, in good condition and unsigned.

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Italian sculptor (17th–18th century) – Triton blowing a conch shell.

22 x 22 x 51 cm (height).

Full-length figure in patinated bronze, set upon a *rocaille*-style base of carved and gilded wood.

The Triton is depicted in an upright, dynamic pose, in the act of blowing a marine conch shell. The bronze casting is of high quality, featuring a precise rendering of the anatomy and decorative details. The wooden base—carved with *rocaille* motifs and finished in gold leaf—completes the composition, lending the piece an ornamental character typical of Italian craftsmanship between the 17th and 18th centuries. Objects of this nature were intended to furnish private studies, formal reception rooms, or libraries belonging to cultured patrons, where such mythological subjects served as a reference to the classical tradition and the ancient world.

Condition report: In good overall condition. The bronze patina shows natural oxidation consistent with age. The gilded wooden base exhibits signs of wear and age-related degradation to the gilding.


This item is sold with a certificate of authenticity with legal validity.
- Further informations on the condition report are available upon request.
- All shipments are handled with professional packaging. The frame, if present, is to be understood as a gift and therefore its structural integrity during transport is not guaranteed.

Note for non-Italian buyers: This work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy, is-sued by the Superintendency of Cultural Heritage, which certifies that the work does not belong to the Italian cultural heritage and may therefore be freely exported. The regulations in force from 2026 pro-vide for reduced processing times for works with a declared value below €50,000, at the discretion of the expert committee: typically 2-3 weeks from the submission of the request. All costs related to this procedure are included in the price.

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Seller's Story

Viezzi Arte offers over 40 years of experience in the sale of precious old paintings and works of art from the 16th to the 19th century.
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Italian sculptor (17th–18th century) – Triton blowing a conch shell.

22 x 22 x 51 cm (height).

Full-length figure in patinated bronze, set upon a *rocaille*-style base of carved and gilded wood.

The Triton is depicted in an upright, dynamic pose, in the act of blowing a marine conch shell. The bronze casting is of high quality, featuring a precise rendering of the anatomy and decorative details. The wooden base—carved with *rocaille* motifs and finished in gold leaf—completes the composition, lending the piece an ornamental character typical of Italian craftsmanship between the 17th and 18th centuries. Objects of this nature were intended to furnish private studies, formal reception rooms, or libraries belonging to cultured patrons, where such mythological subjects served as a reference to the classical tradition and the ancient world.

Condition report: In good overall condition. The bronze patina shows natural oxidation consistent with age. The gilded wooden base exhibits signs of wear and age-related degradation to the gilding.


This item is sold with a certificate of authenticity with legal validity.
- Further informations on the condition report are available upon request.
- All shipments are handled with professional packaging. The frame, if present, is to be understood as a gift and therefore its structural integrity during transport is not guaranteed.

Note for non-Italian buyers: This work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy, is-sued by the Superintendency of Cultural Heritage, which certifies that the work does not belong to the Italian cultural heritage and may therefore be freely exported. The regulations in force from 2026 pro-vide for reduced processing times for works with a declared value below €50,000, at the discretion of the expert committee: typically 2-3 weeks from the submission of the request. All costs related to this procedure are included in the price.

Rendering Disclaimer: Lifestyle images are AI-generated for illustrative purposes only and may not ac-curately reflect the actual proportions of the work.

Seller's Story

Viezzi Arte offers over 40 years of experience in the sale of precious old paintings and works of art from the 16th to the 19th century.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Bronze, Wood
Title of artwork
Triton blowing a conch shell
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
51 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
22 cm
ItalyVerified
444
Objects sold
100%
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