"Seated Boar after the Uffizi Antique"

This impressive sculpture depicts a seated wild boar, faithfully inspired by the celebrated antique marble preserved in the Uffizi Gallery, Florence. The animal is portrayed in a moment of alert repose, its powerful body resting upon the ground while its head is raised attentively, conveying both strength and vigilance. Richly textured modelling captures the coarse bristles of the boar’s coat, while the compact, muscular form reflects the naturalistic observation admired in classical sculpture.

Carved in richly veined serpentine marble, the work benefits from the stone’s distinctive green and brown tonal variations, which lend the sculpture a remarkable sense of vitality and depth. The original antique boar has long been regarded as one of the finest animal studies to survive from classical antiquity, celebrated for its expressive realism and masterful anatomical treatment. This reduction successfully preserves the character and spirit of the renowned Uffizi prototype, making it both a decorative and historically significant work of art.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Height:                                     15 cm                                   

Width:                                     17 cm                                   

Condition:                                Excellent Original Condition

Circa:                                        1910

Materials:                                 Bronze

SKU:                                         9617

ABOUT

The Grand Tour, popular from the 17th to the 19th centuries, was a cultural journey across Europe undertaken by young aristocrats. Souvenirs from these travels, known as Grand Tour souvenirs, became prized mementos. Common items included Italian marble sculptures, classical antiquities, and micro-mosaic jewellery. Paintings, maps, and engraved prints depicting famous landmarks like the Colosseum and the Parthenon were also popular. These souvenirs served as tangible proof of the travellers' education and refined taste, and they played a role in spreading classical art and culture across Europe. Today, Grand Tour souvenirs are valuable collectibles, reflecting a rich history of cultural exploration.