Early 20th c. Bronze Models after Roman Figures of Wrestlers; Village of Papyri

Item Details

Unknown
Two Wrestlers
Bronze
Unsigned

Two early 20th century bronze models after statuary of wrestlers found on the grounds of the ancient village of Papyri, outside the city of Herculaneum; discovered in 1754. The sculptures depict two nude athletes leaning forward on a rectangular bronze base. The work is unsigned and shows no markings or foundry stamps.

Condition

- scratches to sculpture and base.

Dimensions

- measures sculpture including base

Item #

18CHI162-096