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Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
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Wonderful 19th Century Bronze of Ajax the Great
REF: LA565479
£650
€750
$868
LoveAntiques Dealersince Nov 2016Approved item2485 sales by dealer
LoveAntiques Dealersince Nov 2016Approved item2485 sales by dealer
Description
This finely cast bronze depicts Ajax the Great, one of the legendary heroes of the Trojan War, immortalized in The Iliad by Homer. Known for his immense strength, courage, and towering presence in battle, Ajax was considered second only to Achilles among the Greek warriors. Currently Stored in Haywards Heath in West Sussex
The sculpture portrays Ajax seated in a moment of calm between battles. He holds a spear while resting beside a large shield decorated with the head of Medusa, a traditional protective emblem in classical Greek art. His crested helmet, sword, and detailed armor reflect the heroic aesthetic of ancient Greek hoplite warriors.
The bronze displays a warm patinated surface and sits on a polished black marble base engraved “AJAX.” The modeling emphasizes muscular anatomy and classical proportions, characteristic of the Neoclassical revival sculptures popular in Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
This work captures both the power and contemplative nature of the heroic warrior and would make a striking addition to a study, library, or classical art collection.
Condition: Minor wear and oxidation to the bronze consistent with age. Small chips and edge wear to the marble base.
Title: Ajax
Medium: Bronze with marble base
Subject: Greek mythological warrior
Period: Late 19th – Early 20th Century
Origin: European, likely French or Italian foundry tradition
measurements
Height:
31.5 cm
Width:
19 cm
Depth:
11 cm
declaration
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has clarified that the Wonderful 19th Century Bronze of Ajax the Great (LA565479) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being Late 19th Century
condition
Good as described
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Date of Manufacture:
Late 19th Century
location
This Wonderful 19th Century Bronze of Ajax the Great is located in Wiltshire, United Kingdom
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