Sculpture Borghese Gladiator, patinated brown bronze, Austria, 19th c.
7 840 PLN
Negotiate the price
unique
ABOUT PRODUCTID 1729
This late 19th-century patinated bronze figure, created in Vienna, exemplifies the neoclassical fascination with antiquity. Inspired by the renowned marble Borghese Gladiator by Agasias of Ephesus, now in the Louvre, the sculpture captures the athlete in a moment of dynamic movement: pronounced tension, precisely rendered musculature, and realistic proportions all reflect the mastery of its casting. The surface is covered in a warm, golden-brown patina, with subtle highlights on prominent anatomical features, accentuating sculptural detail and chiaroscuro. The figure stands on a simple, rectangular bronze base that does not distract from the composition. Measurements: height 26 cm, length 23 cm, width 24 cm. The overall condition is very good, with no visible damage or signs of restoration. This bronze gladiator speaks to the spirit of the late 19th century, when European salons and studies filled with echoes of antiquity. The sculpture’s dynamic, tension-filled form evokes the Hellenistic ideal of strength and valor—every line seems alive with the exertion of battle. The patina, smooth to the touch and glimmering in the light, recalls the atmosphere of old museum interiors, where classical standards of beauty served as benchmarks for modern taste. It’s the voice of an era striving for harmony and proportion to underscore the timelessness of human ambition and heroism. The figure can be placed on a sideboard, console, or as a centerpiece on a living room table—standing alone or accompanied by classical vases and leather-bound books. It brings a sense of rhythm and gravitas to eclectic collector’s interiors and is equally at home in neoclassical, historicist, or modernist settings. The sculpture may be paired with marble accents, gilt-framed mirrors, or minimalist surroundings, allowing the
DIMENSION
Height26 cm
Depth23 cm
Width24 cm
Dimension details
Width24 cm
Height26 cm
Depth23 cm
DELIVERY
Free delivery
MethodFind out more
Estimated delivery time
Today
Order within supplier
25.02
At your place
Safe shoppingWe care about the comfort of your purchases.Find out more
