Traveling Man Treasures is selling this striking and alluring late 19th or early 20th century French "Grand Tour" cast bronze sculpture depicting the Ancient Roman Greek Venus (Greek Aphrodite). The original was discovered in 1820 on the island of Milos, hence the name Venus de Milo, and is now housed in the Louvre in Paris. This bronze is in good condition as shown, with a beautiful dark and thick patina.
The Grand Tour Era (17th-19th centuries) was a time when the upper class traveled a specific European route to educate men and boys in classical art and architecture found throughout the European continent. Bronzes of this scale were created and purchased as souvenirs.
DIMENSIONS: 15.5" H x 4.75" W x 4" D
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Traveling Man Treasures Curiosity vault is a small vintage/antique/antiquity shop located in NE Portland focused on selling hard-to-find culturally & historically diverse items. We currently offer private shopping visits by request!
