£28,000.00
incl. VAT plus Shipping Costs
Delivery time: 2 weeks. Deliveries to Scotland: 3 weeks. Free delivery in England, Scotland & Wales (except islands)
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Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni, known as Michelangelo, visited Rome for the first time at the age of 21. In the five years he spent here, only two works were completed: the Bacchus and the Pietà. The statue of Bacchus was commissioned by the banker Jacopo Galli for his sculpture park, with the stipulation that it should be modelled on antique sculptures. Michelangelo worked on the statue from 1496 to 1497. His Renaissance sculpture of a drunken and staggering god conveys impressions of youthfulness and femininity. Many say that this strange mixture of different effects is a characteristic of the Greek god Dionysus. In Michelangelo’s experience, however, such intense, almost divine sensuality has disadvantages for man: In his left hand, the god holds with indifference a lion’s skin, the symbol of death, and a bunch of grapes, the symbol of life, on which a faun feeds. We suddenly realise the significance of this miracle of pure sensuality for man: Man lives only for a short time and eventually finds himself in the position of the faun, caught in the grip of death, the lion’s skin. Buy a perfect replica of this antique statue in our online shop. From the 19th century plaster cast of Michelangelo’s original in the Museo Nazionale Bargello, Florence, you can buy a bronze cast or a marble cast in museum quality from us.
In addition to the classic bronze casting, we also offer two other moulds for the purchase of the life- size Bacchus by Michelangelo replica. The marble cast from powdered genuine white marble. And the moulding of the statue by sculptors from a single block of white marble. If you are interested in such a mould, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to receiving your e-mail or phone call.
The sculpture is produced as a bronze casting using the traditional lost wax technique. The negative mould required for this is based on a 19th century plaster cast of the original in the Museo Nazionale Bargello in Florence. The finished bronze sculpture is of museum quality.
Patination marks the final step in the finishing process of a bronze statue. The patina simulates the natural oxidation process that causes the bronze to weather differently over time, depending on the environmental influences on the copper alloy. We have various patina recipes in our repertoire, including one that corresponds well to the patina of preserved antique bronze statues. We will be happy to provide you with samples of suitable patinas in advance.
Individualisation of the statue Each statue cast by us is engraved in the base with a serial number, date of manufacture and our company logo. The base is also engraved with your name, a lettering, the occasion of production, your own company logo or additional engraving as required.
With the life-size Bacchus by Michelangelo replica, you are not only buying a faithful replica of the original, but also timeless memories that will preserve your legacy for generations to come. By engraving your name, the date and the occasion on the base, this statue becomes an everlasting symbol of your most personal life achievement, your significance in this world and your work there.
Ancient Greek bronze statues and their masterfully crafted Roman marble replicas were the sensual and visual mirror of these two advanced civilisations for over a millennium. After their rediscovery during the Renaissance, these statues once again became world-famous and symbolised the emergence of modernity. The statue made for you and with your name as the donor will forever be a reminder of your personality and achievements in the ancient traditions of Delphi and Rome.
In exceptionally designed gardens and parks, alongside high horticultural artistry and exceptionally beautiful design, the use of top-notch furnishings often shines. Whether it’s furniture or statues and sculptures. Now original antique statues are not or very rarely available for sale. Since their rediscovery in the Renaissance, costly replicas have such been made for castles, their parks, and concurrently for the mansions of the bourgeoisie who have attained great wealth. During this time, a canon for the placement and positioning of these artworks formed and developed into modern times. In our online shop, you’ll find an overview of particularly beautiful locations for ancient statues. Additionally, we provide you with an overview of some publicly accessible gardens and parks, each boasting an impressive collection of ancient sculptures, along with specific details on where each statue can be seen.
Item No. | S12 |
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Material | Bronze cast |
dimension (height x width x depth) | 208 cm x 76,5 cm x 59 cm |
What you receive | Single piece, Bronze cast. The exact design details, measurements and weight as well as the structure and colour of the Bronze cast may vary. |
Delivery | Delivered using our own van |
Delivery Charge | Free delivery in England and Wales (except islands) and to a few EU countries. Click here for details. |
Price incl. VAT | £28,000.00 |