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Late 19th Century Belle Époque Bronze Fisherman Sculpture by V. Gemito, Italy

$5,300
£3,993.40
€4,667.82
CA$7,505.33
A$7,643.37
CHF 4,387.61
MX$92,231.04
NOK 50,850.24
SEK 51,548.74
DKK 34,898.58

About the Item

Late 19th-century Belle Époque bronze fisherman sculpture by the author Vincenzo Gemito, Italy By: Vincenzo Gemito Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal Technique: cast, molded, patinated, metalwork, polished Dimensions: 6 in x 8.25 in x 9 in Date: late 19th century Style: Belle Époque Place of origin: Italy Capturing the raw energy of Neapolitan life, this bronze figure depicts a young fisherman crouched atop a rocky outcrop, his body tensed in a moment of focused triumph. The youth is shown in a dynamic, naturalistic pose, holding a freshly caught fish firmly between his hands with a sense of playful immediacy. Below him, the base merges into a stylized marine scene featuring a dolphin, where the artist’s signature is cast directly into the textured surface. The metalwork displays a rich, deep patina that accentuates the anatomical precision of the boy’s slender frame and the fluid movement of his hair. Vincenzo Gemito, a master of Italian Realism during the Belle Époque, was renowned for his ability to translate the spirit of the street and sea into bronze. His technique reflects a profound understanding of light and shadow, elevating a vernacular subject into a sophisticated study of human form and coastal vitality.
  • Creator:
    Vincenzo Gemito (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Belle Époque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Copper,Metal,Tin,Cast,Metalwork,Molded,Patinated,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8678249058902

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