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735 - A pair of bronze runners from Pompeii, based on originals fr…
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Estimate €13,000 - €25,000
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A pair of bronze runners from Pompeii, based on originals from the 1st century BC. An exceptional reproduction of the famous bronze statues of runners discovered at the Villa of the Papyri in Herculaneum, now in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. These figures are 1st-century BC Roman copies of lost 4th-century BC Greek originals, masterpieces that embody the athletic spirit of the ancient world. Depicting two nude athletes in full stride, these statues reflect the idealised forms of classical Greek sculpture. In ancient Greece, runners competed in the prestigious stadium race during the Olympic Games, and the victors had the honour of naming the Olympiad and lighting the sacred flame. Legendary figures such as Astylus of Croton, Ebotas of Dime, and Cylon of Athens bear witness to the enduring legacy of this tradition. Cast in bronze with inlaid marble eyes, these reproductions capture the dynamism, tension and expressive detail of the originals. Ideal for collectors of classical art or as a centrepiece for indoor or outdoor décor. Dimensions (each): Height: 110 cm; Width: 90 cm; Depth: 32 cm. Condition: Excellent. Patinated bronze with fine surface details and marble eye inlays. Faithful to the aesthetics and proportions of the original archaeological pieces.
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About the sale GRAND JULY AUCTION – FINE ART, OLD MASTERS AND JEWELLERY
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Auction time 07/15/2026 at 3:00 PM
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