Antique Bronze Figure of Neptune after the 16th Century monumental fountain figure by Giovanni Bologna, Italian. This bronze was converted to a lamp, dark patina, marble base, and a hand painted parchment shade. H:32" Diameter of shade:18" Antique Bronze lamp of Neptune patterned after Giovanni Bologna who historically was a Flemish Renaissance sculptor, in Flanders, about 1524, and also worked in Florence.He was comsidered an eminent sculptor. Giovanni was one of the competitors with Cellini for the colossal figure of Neptune in his chariot drawn by sea horses. The duke, who was to decide the competition, although assured that Giovanni's model was superior to the others, did not confide the undertaking to him. We can judge of what he would have made of that commission from the bronze Neptune prepared for the fountain at Bologna. His wrok was powerful and detailed and this particular lamp protrays the same strength. The sculpture is made of Bronze which refers to a broad range of copper alloys, usually with tin as the main additive, but sometimes with other elements. With the exception of steel, bronze is superior to iron in nearly every application. Although bronze develops a patina, it does not oxidize beyond the surface. It is considerably less brittle than iron and has a lower casting temperature. Located in the heart of Summerland, California, Lifestyle Antiques & Interiors offers the finest high-end Antiques, Decorative Arts, and Home Furnishings on the South Coast. We feature a rich collection from Europe, specializing in Italian Furniture, French and Spanish. The elegant collection varies from antique and Murano lamps, decorative pillows, Chandeliers, Mirrors and a fine selection of home furnishings. Just 3 minutes south of Santa Barbara. For your convenience you may shop on line: www.lifestyleantiques.com .

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