Bust of Dionysus / Plato

Description

Bronze busts and sculptures from Naples: a glimpse into antiquity

Naples, a city rich in history and art, is home to some of the most fascinating bronze busts and sculptures of antiquity. An important discovery in this context is the bronze depiction made around 1750 by the Swiss archaeologist Karl Weber during his excavations at the Villa dei Papiri in Herculaneum on the Gulf of Naples. These finds offer a unique insight into the art and culture of the Hellenistic era.

During his excavations, Karl Weber not only discovered this impressive bronze depiction, but also a large number of other busts that reflect the diversity and artistic wealth of the Hellenistic period. Today, these bronze sculptures are important testimonies to ancient art and attract art lovers and historians alike.

In the second half of the 19th century, Professor Chiurazzi played a decisive role in the preservation of these ancient works of art. With the permission of the National Museum of Naples, he founded a bronze casting workshop in which he produced detailed reproductions of the Herculaneum finds. These works of art, crafted to perfection by him, enabled a wider public to appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of the original bronze busts and contributed to the dissemination of knowledge about the ancient art of Naples.

The bronze busts and sculptures from Naples are not only works of art, but also valuable historical documents that offer insights into the social and cultural structures of antiquity. Today, they are an important part of Naples’ cultural identity and an attraction for tourists from all over the world.

Visit Naples and discover the fascinating world of bronze busts and sculptures that bring the rich history of this fascinating city to life. Immerse yourself in ancient art and experience the masterpieces that have been preserved and immortalized over the centuries.

Bust of Dionysus/ Plato

Burnished bronze cast on the original marble base, circa 1880/ Italy/ Naples.

Height 42 cm Width 26.0 cm, date of origin around 1880

Provenance: Prof. Chiurazzi’s workshop, second half of the 19th century, the round company stamp with a Medusa and the inscription “Chiurazzi Naples” on the reverse of the stone base

Original condition.

A collector’s item!