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Antique 19th-Century French Spelter Sculpture of Mars (Roman God of War) – Featuring Original Integrated Spear
Item Overview:
Presenting an exceptional late 19th-century French Renaissance Revival / Neoclassical figural sculpture depicting Mars, the Roman God of War. Standing approximately 14 inches tall (measured to the tip of his spear), this striking statue beautifully captures the dramatic, historicized aesthetic highly favored in late Victorian-era French foundries.
Key Features & Rarity:
• Original Integrated Spear: Unlike the vast majority of antique spelter statues where loose weapons have been lost to time over the generations, this figure retains its original, foundry-affixed iron/spelter barbed spear.
• Exceptional Casting Detail: The mold work features crisp, dynamic details, showcasing ornate classical torso armor (cuirass), a dramatic flowing cape, and a highly detailed winged and plumed helmet crest.
• Period Correct Patina: Features its original multi-toned dark bronze-patinated finish over a hollow-cast zinc alloy (spelter) body, set upon an ornate, fluted circular pedestal base.
Condition Report:
This statue is in very good, stable antique condition, showing beautiful honest age and character.
• Surface: The original dark patina shows authentic high-point rub wear on his face (nose, cheekbone), chest armor, boots, and base rim where the bright, silvery core metal naturally shows through. This gorgeous handling wear perfectly verifies its 19th-century origin.
• Structure: The metal is solid and sound. No major breaks, cracks, or structural modern repairs. The piece has been gently hand-cleaned of loose surface dust using a soft conservation brush to preserve the integrity of the original finish.
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