BK-16945
Luigi Valadier
c. 1775 - c. 1780
Medium
patinaed
Dimensions
40; 15.7; 58; 20.5; 20.7
About this artwork
width 20.7 cm x depth 15.7 cm
Art Historical Context
Created around 1775–1780 by Valadier, a master Roman goldsmith and sculptor of the Neoclassical era, *BK-16945* the refined artistry of late 18th-century Italy. Valadier (1729–1785), renowned for his work with the Vatican and European nobility, blended classical antiquity with exquisite craftsmanship. This patinated piece, measuring 58 cm high, 40 cm wide, and 20.5 cm deep, likely evokes the grandeur of ancient Roman bronzes through its artificial patina—a technique Valadier perfected to mimic the weathered allure of excavated artifacts, lending timeless depth and realism. The object's compac...