Italian or French, probably second half 19th century After a model by Alessandro Vittoria (1525-1608)

Private collection, the Netherlands

Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age, including dust in the crevices. The proper right arm with the handle of the trident is cast separately and the joins are slightly open but stable. There are a few minor lacunae and fissures, consistent with casting. The wood stand is in good condition with some general wear, particularly around the edges and where the bronze attaches.
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A French, 19th-century version of the same model is in the Museum Boijmans-van Beuningen (inv. no. 1135).