Price
£7200.00This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance
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Vintage Stone Statue of Amphictyonis, circa 1960.
Charming cast stone statue with fine detailing and relief of a young girl or woman dressed in classical draped chiton, her hair in chignon style secured with a ribbon, with eyes cast downwards, gracefully walking and carrying a pitcher in one arm, the other resting against her body.
Standing on the original stone plinth decorated with a stylised carved bunch of grapes on each side. The pitcher and the grapes suggest that this a representation of Amphictyonis, Greek goddess of wine and friendship between nations.
The figure could also represent Hebe, Greek goddess of youth and cup bearer for the gods of Mount Olympus serving them with drinks of immortality, but Hebe is usually always shown carrying a cup in her other hand and the reference to wine is irrelevant to Hebe. It is therefore more likely to be Amphictyonis.
Dimensions
Height: 137 cm (53.94 in), Width: 33 cm (13 in), Depth: 33 cm (13 in)Condition report
Good condition. Wear consistent with age and use.The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
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