Italian Bronze Bust of Antinous Pietro Bazzanti Gallery Florence Paperwork 16\" For Sale

Fine Italian Patinated Bronze Bust of \"Antinous\" – From the Renowned Pietro Bazzanti & Son Art Gallery, Florence (With Original Provenance Paperwork)Up for sale is an exceptional, investment-grade Italian bronze portrait bust of Antinous, the celebrated classical youth of ancient Rome. This magnificent piece was acquired directly from the historic Pietro Bazzanti & Son Art Gallery (Lungarno Corsini, Florence, Italy)—one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious sculpture studios, operating since 1822.The sculpture beautifully replicates the iconic, somber classical features of Antinous, highlighted by an incredibly rich, hand-applied multi-tonal verdigris patina. Deep green, oxidized verdigris tones settle dramatically into his thick, tight curls, creating a striking contrast against the warm, golden-brown undertones of the exposed polished bronze body.Unrivaled Provenance Portfolio:What sets this bronze apart is its impeccable, fully intact paper trail. Selling with the sculpture are all the original acquisition documents from October 1996, including:

• The Official Gallery Invoice: Detailed on Peter Bazzanti & Son s.a.s. letterhead itemizing the \"1 bronze bust of Antinoo.\"
• The Deposit Receipt: Signed by the gallery agent showing the initial transaction values in Italian Lire (L. 1,700,000 total package).
• International Freight Records: Original customs and air-cargo manifests documenting its safe transit from Italy straight to the Denver, Colorado airport.
• Exhibition Tear-sheet: The historical booklet reference page accompanying the gallery\'s classical reproduction series.

Measurements & Specifications:

• Total Height: 16 inches
• Max Width: 10 inches
• Base: Integrated bronze square plinth format.
• Please Note: The black decorative wooden pedestal stand shown supporting the bust in the photos is for photography display purposes only and is not included in this sale.