Vincenzo Gemito (1852–1929) Alexander The Great

Sculpted medallion in silvered bronze, depicting Alexander the Great in profile, his gaze turned upward, in keeping with the Hellenistic iconographic tradition.This work belongs to the most refined and symbolic production of Vincenzo Gemito, an artist deeply fascinated by Classical Antiquity, which he reinterpreted with remarkable modern sensitivity. The proud profile, flowing hair and vibrant surface treatment lend the figure a powerful expressive quality, moving beyond a purely archaeological portrait toward a heroic and romantic vision.The medallion is set within a period frame, enhancing its sculptural presence and collectible appeal.Medium: silvered bronzeSubject: Alexander the GreatMedallion diameter: 12 cmOverall dimensions with frame: 34 × 34 cmPeriod: late 19th – early 20th centuryA work of great refinement, emblematic of Gemito’s interest in Classical models, intended for a high-level collection.