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Extraordinary Rare Antique Gilt Bronze Mythological Andromeda & The Sea Monster

$ 3432.0

  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Color: Gold
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
  • Country/Region of Origin: Germany
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Maker: Johannes Boese German 1856-1917
  • Object Type: Figurine & Statue
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Primary Material: Gilt Bronze Marble Base
  • Seller Notes: “Excellent pre-owned condition guaranteed to please and delight any dealer or collector”
  • Style: Antique
  • Type: Figurines & Statues
  • Weight: 36 pounds

Description

Superb Unique Antique Gilt Bronze Andromeda & The Sea Monster Superb antique gilt bronze sculpture portraying Andromeda chained to the rock as the sea monster rises from the deep to devour her. She's turned to her side looking down at the monster as it crawls up the rock to get her. She doesn't know at this time that any second Persius will come to her rescue slaying the monster, winning the heart of Andromeda and eventually marrying her. The artist that sculptured this beautiful composition was a true master. He captured in gilt bronze the beautiful Andromeda nude but for her belt and jewelry chained to the rock as she sees the fierce sea creature the expression, he captured in her face is truly remarkable she shows more concern than fear. This is the only known version of this rare bronze with a gilt finish to Andromeda and a dark bronze and gilt highlights on the sea monster. The carved marble pink rock she stands on is the perfect base the artist carved to set this magnificent sculpture on. Height from the bottom of the base to the top of her hair she measures 21 inches. From the bottom of her foot to the top of her head 15 inches. The sea monster is coming out from under the marble rock, the sea monster measures 8 inches from the part of its body that's emerging from the rock to the top of its nose. Widest width at base 9 inches. Depth 9 inches. The sculpture is signed in the stone J. Boese. (Johanes Boese German 1856 - 1917) This sculpture dates circa 1900. It is the only gilt bronze model known and certainly the finest model extant. Weight 36 lbs. Excellent condition. Guaranteed to please as are all our items. Scroll down to see all the pictures. To Learn More about us, click here (Item #72751) Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Click image to view larger version Additional Information for Buyers: All items offered are guaranteed genuine and accurately described. Please E-mail us or call with any questions. PayPal, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express cards are accepted. We accept PayPal Bill Me Later. Buyers will be notified of payment details by e-mail, typically within 24 hrs. after auction closing. Buyers are requested to respond within three days of e-mail notification with required information. Payment should be received within three days of purchase. Items will be shipped within one day of receipt of certified funds. Shipping, expert packing, and handling charges are not included in the price. California residents add 9.00% sales tax. Import duties, taxes, and charges are NOT INCLUDED in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding / buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. For any questions, or for more information on a specific item, click the "Ask Seller a Question" link on eBay. Feel free to phone anytime between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM Pacific Standard Time. We are happy to assist you. We strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Your browser does not support JavaScript. To view this page, enable JavaScript if it is disabled or upgrade your browser. Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery - Now FREE! Your browser does not support JavaScript. To view this page, enable JavaScript if it is disabled or upgrade your browser.