Sculpture, Triton blowing a conch shell - 51 cm - Bronze, Wood

Italian sculptor (17th–18th century) – Triton blowing a conch shell. 22 x 22 x 51 cm (height). Full-length figure in patinated bronze, set upon a *rocaille*-style base of carved and gilded wood. The Triton is depicted in an upright, dynamic pose, in the act of blowing a marine conch shell. The bronze casting is of high quality, featuring a precise rendering of the anatomy and decorative details. The wooden base—carved with *rocaille* motifs and finished in gold leaf—completes the composition, lending the piece an ornamental character typical of Italian craftsmanship between the 17th and 18th centuries. Objects of this nature were intended to furnish private studies, formal reception rooms, or libraries belonging to cultured patrons, where such mythological subjects served as a reference to the classical tradition and the ancient world. Condition report: In good overall condition. The bronze patina shows natural oxidation consistent with age. The gilded wooden base exhibits signs of wear and age-related degradation to the gilding. This item is sold with a certificate of authenticity with legal validity. - Further informations on the condition report are available upon request. - All shipments are handled with professional packaging. The frame, if present, is to be understood as a gift and therefore its structural integrity during transport is not guaranteed. Note for non-Italian buyers: This work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy, is-sued by the Superintendency of Cultural Heritage, which certifies that the work does not belong to the Italian cultural heritage and may therefore be freely exported. The regulations in force from 2026 pro-vide for reduced processing times for works with a declared value below €50,000, at the discretion of the expert committee: typically 2-3 weeks from the submission of the request. All costs related to this procedure are included in the price. Rendering Disclaimer: Lifestyle images are AI-generated for illustrative purposes only and may not ac-curately reflect the actual proportions of the work.

Estimate:£2,512.76

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