Pair of important sculptures
Pair of important sculptures
This pair of important burnished bronze sculptures depicts two iconic figures: Apollo and Peace. The same statues can be found on the façade of Sansovino’s loggia in Piazza San Marco, Venice. The loggia del Sansovino, a small building designed as a triumphal arch, welcomed the patricians on their way to the seats of government located in San Marco, and is located at the base of the bell tower.
Height | 160 cm |
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Technique & Materials | |
Provenance | Venice |
Century | XVI |
Description
This pair of important burnished bronze sculptures depicts two iconic figures: Apollo and Peace. The same statues can be found on the façade of Sansovino’s loggia in Piazza San Marco, Venice. The loggia del Sansovino, a small building designed as a triumphal arch, welcomed the patricians on their way to the seats of government located in San Marco, and is located at the base of the bell tower. The sculptures, with their artistic mastery and attention to detail, evoke the grandeur and history of this famous Venetian place. These works of art, with their historical and cultural connection, add a touch of magnificence and depth to any collection.