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Antiquities and Souvenirs of the Grand Tour
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A late 19th century Neapolitan green patinated bronze figure of Silenus, after the Antique, on a scroll incised stand -- 16½in. (42cm.) high.
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A late 19th century Neapolitan green patinated bronze figure of Silenus,
after the Antique, on a scroll incised stand -- 16½in. (42cm.) high.
Lot Essay
Silenus in Greek mythology was a follower of Bacchus, frequently intoxicated yet wise and blessed with the gift of prophecy.
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