ANTIQUE 19THC COPENHAGEN PARIAN BISQUE FIGURE OF NAKED MALE JASON - THORVALDSEN
Item History & Price
Antique 19thcCopenhagen Eneret Parian/bisque Figure of Naked Male“Jason with the Golden Fleece” -Berthel Thorvaldsen. Parian/bisque figure of Jason, originally sculptured by Bertel Thorvaldsen in c1802 Jason is a Prince from Greek Mythology.This figure after Berthel Thorvaldsen (Danish- Icelandic Sculptor 1789-1830) stands 13.25 inches(34cms) to the top of his plumed helmet on a base 4 x 4.75 inches (10cms x12cms). Jason leans on a draped tree ...stump, the “golden fleece” hanging from his arm. Beautiful modelling with crisp detail. The condition is very good with just a couple of minor firing imperfections, a very minor flea sized nibble on the plume of his helmet and his spear is missing. The photos do form part of the description soplease assess carefully. The base is impressed ENERET and bears the three blue lines for Copenhagen. This rarely seen iconic figure displays well indeed. I will ship world wide but please be aware that is a large heavy item so shipping will be expensive. Overseas buyers please request a shipping quote before bidding. Overseas buyers Pay pal only please. ~~~~~~~~
