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Homer Antique Plaster Bust

$7,116.74

£5,175

€6,168.89

CA$9,985.85

A$10,146.48

CHF 5,748.29

MX$123,457.64

NOK 67,403.35

SEK 67,770.58

DKK 46,146.86

About the Item

This Greek bust depicts the legendary poet and author Homer who is presumed to have penned the two of ancient Greece’s most epic poems: the Iliad and the Odyssey. Scholars are uncertain whether or not Homer actually existed but if he in fact did exist, Homer would be regarded as one of the greatest literary artists of his time. This is an iconic statue for an interior and looks particularly impactful when placed on a column or plinth. Please note the blue plinth pictured is not included. It is a rare 19th century plaster portrait bust of Homer after an almost identical plaster design by Italian sculptors Carlo and Filippo Albacini, depicted in herm-type style with a detailed head and partial torso. It is a scale copy of an original marble bust of Homer that can currently be found in the British Museum. This plaster bust bares a great likeness to Homer's famous portrait, which was likely first depicted during the Hellenistic era but remains recognisable to this day. It captures his supposed likeness in incredible levels of detail including his blindness – though whether or not he was actually blind is another cause for debate. Despite the questions over his existence, Homer has become synonymous with the history of Ancient Greece.

Dimensions:
Height: 22.83 in (57.99 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34.02 cm)Depth: 10.43 in (26.5 cm)
Style:
Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Plaster
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1860
Condition:
Good structural condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
Seller Location:
Wormelow, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 9324321stDibs: LU2096331516092

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