France, vers 1800 Apollon et sa lyre

overall good condition with some wear to the patina at several places and a few minor scratches to the surface, consistent with age and handling. Some minor oxidation , in particular to his proper right shoulder and back. Minor surface dirt in the crevices. The square red marble terrasse probablly a later addition. Very decorative bronze.
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Ce bronze s'inspire des prototypes antiques de l'Apollon Cytharède (Rome, musées Capitolins) et de l'Apollon à la lyre du parc du château de Versailles (inv. n° MR1893).