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Antique Rare 16th C. Small Bronze Plaque Neoclassical Bucolic Scene Bacchus / Silenus Surrounded by Apes
- For your consideration is an EARLY plaquette with quite intriguing and UNUSUAL subject
- Cast bronze or brass bucolic scene after the Antique, depicting Bacchus or Silenus with grapes & vines wreath, seated on a barrel with two attendants offering him drink
- The unusual appearance of monkeys dancing around and sitting on his head is an allegory of drunkenness, which will cause a crazy, primate behavior
- Exquisitely elaborated, very detailed image
- Circa 16th century. Continental, possibly Italian or German
- Measurements: Approx. 2.5" wide x 2.75" tall
- Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Beautiful even patination developed over time. All original and intact
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