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Dancing Satyr
£34,400.00
incl. VAT plus Shipping Costs
Delivery time: 6 months. Free delivery in England, Scotland & Wales (except islands)
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Description Sculpture Dancing Satyr
The dancing faun is now more accurately identified by scholars as a satyr, a mischievous figure from ancient mythology and literature known for his love of wine, music and mischief. This satyr holds a metal cymbala in his hands and wears a “kroupezion” attached to his sandal, which is somewhat similar to today’s tap shoes.
His faunistic features can be recognised by the tiny horns above his forehead and the small goat’s tail on his backside. His head is bent forwards, absorbed in the music, and every muscle in his athletic body, from his deltoids to his stomach to his calves, seems tensed as he plays.
This work is a Roman marble copy of a lost group from the 2nd century BC, probably made of bronze, which is known to us from coins from the 2nd century AD from Kyzikos (Greek city on the Marmara Sea) as well as from many other copies. The dancing Sayr is apparently asking a nymph sitting opposite him to dance with him. The best- preserved copies allowed the position of the arms to be reconstructed and so the arms were added to this model.
In our online shop, you have the opportunity to buy the Dancing Satyr sculpture as a replica in its original size. The replica in bronze and also in marble is a replica cast in museum quality. You are purchasing a detailed, life-size sculpture based on the plaster cast of the original in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.
Description
Antique statue, cast bronze in museum quality
The sculpture is produced as a bronze casting using the traditional lost wax technique. The basis for the negative mould required for this is a plaster cast of the original in the Uffizi / Florence.
Cast marble & marble sculpture from the sculptor
In addition to classic bronze casting, we also offer two other moulds for the statues shown here. Marble casting from powdered genuine white marble. And the new 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.
Authentic Reproductions of Ancient Bronze Statuary: Classical Weathered Patina and New Insights into the Original Antique Patina
We are pleased to offer two exceptional patination options for bronze statues, each rooted in historical authenticity. The first is the classical patina, which beautifully captures the natural weathering of bronze over centuries. This finish has been the preferred choice among connoisseurs ever since the rediscovery of monumental bronzes from antiquity.
However, recent scientific research—most notably a 2022 study of a major ancient bronze, the renowned Charioteer of Delphi—has provided compelling evidence that such works were originally polished in antiquity. These statues likely exhibited a warm, golden lustre, the result of bronze alloys with approximately 10% tin content and meticulous surface treatment.
In light of these findings, we now offer the option of a meticulously reconstructed, polished surface that closely approximates the statues’ supposed original appearance. This allows you to choose between the time-honoured aged patina or a radiant finish evocative of how these masterpieces may once have appeared to visitors at sanctuaries such as Delphi, Olympia, or Delos. Click here for further detailed information regarding this patination process.
Buy personalised replica sculpture Dancing Satyr online
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 the production, your own company logo or additional engraving as required. Please let us know your personalisation requirements when you purchase the sculpture.
Your very personal legacy
Our life-size cast bronze replicas are therefore not only artistic replicas, but also timeless reminders 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.
Memory cast in bronze in the radiant light of antiquity
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.
In keeping with the ancient traditions of Delphi and Rome, the statue made for you and with your name as the donor will forever be a reminder of your personality and achievements.
Locations for the installation of ancient statues & list of parks with ancient sculptures
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.
Product details
| Item No. | S17 |
|---|---|
| Material | Bronze cast |
| dimension (height x width x depth) | 141,5 cm x 81 cm x 54,5 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 | £34,400.00 |
