Bronze 19th Century
Important 19th-century bronze bust of Melenas, King of Sparta, with black and gilded patina.
He is depicted with his chin raised, giving him a proud appearance; his hair is thick and curly; he is wearing a helmet decorated with numerous mythological figures (centaur, lioness....).
Highly meticulous execution with numerous details and a highly evocative expression of the character's personality.
The sculpture rests on a square gilded bronze base.
This bust was made after the antique, the marble original is kept in the Puckin Museum in Moscow.
H: 42cm
L: 22.5cm
l: 17cm.
Very good condition.
Melenas is a character from Greek mythology, one of the heroes of the Trojan War.
Married to Helen, daughter of Zeus and Leda, who was kidnapped by Paris, Prince of Troy, triggering the war between Greeks and Trojans.
He is depicted with his chin raised, giving him a proud appearance; his hair is thick and curly; he is wearing a helmet decorated with numerous mythological figures (centaur, lioness....).
Highly meticulous execution with numerous details and a highly evocative expression of the character's personality.
The sculpture rests on a square gilded bronze base.
This bust was made after the antique, the marble original is kept in the Puckin Museum in Moscow.
H: 42cm
L: 22.5cm
l: 17cm.
Very good condition.
Melenas is a character from Greek mythology, one of the heroes of the Trojan War.
Married to Helen, daughter of Zeus and Leda, who was kidnapped by Paris, Prince of Troy, triggering the war between Greeks and Trojans.
1 500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Rome and Antic Greece
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Reference (ID): 1738960
Availability: In stock
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