Monumental Classical Cast Stone Garden Bust of Venus / Classical Goddess
Monumental Classical Cast Stone Garden Bust of Venus / Classical Goddess
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Item: Monumental Classical Cast Stone Garden Bust of Venus / Classical Goddess
Additional Description
Substantial cast stone garden bust depicting a classical female figure, likely Venus or a classical goddess, with elaborately arranged curled hair and draped shoulders. The bust is raised on an integral socle base and has a beautifully weathered outdoor surface with natural lichen, mineral deposits, pitting, and timeworn patina. At approximately 90 lbs, the piece has impressive presence for garden, conservatory, entry, or interior display.
Era
Late 20th century, likely circa 1970–2000.
History
Inspired by ancient Roman and Hellenistic depictions of Venus/Aphrodite, classical busts became enduring fixtures in European garden design. Reproduction examples such as this continued the Grand Tour tradition, bringing the romance of antique sculpture into formal gardens, orangeries, and château-style interiors.
Provenance
Estate acquisition.
Materials
Cast stone / composite garden stone.
Dimensions
26"H × 17"W × 12"D
Approx. 90 lbs.
Disclaimers
Outdoor weathering throughout, including lichen, moss residue, mineral staining, surface pitting, abrasions, and scattered chips consistent with age and garden exposure. Sold as decorative garden sculpture; not represented as ancient, marble, or hand-carved stone.
Item: Monumental Classical Cast Stone Garden Bust of Venus / Classical Goddess
Additional Description
Substantial cast stone garden bust depicting a classical female figure, likely Venus or a classical goddess, with elaborately arranged curled hair and draped shoulders. The bust is raised on an integral socle base and has a beautifully weathered outdoor surface with natural lichen, mineral deposits, pitting, and timeworn patina. At approximately 90 lbs, the piece has impressive presence for garden, conservatory, entry, or interior display.
Era
Late 20th century, likely circa 1970–2000.
History
Inspired by ancient Roman and Hellenistic depictions of Venus/Aphrodite, classical busts became enduring fixtures in European garden design. Reproduction examples such as this continued the Grand Tour tradition, bringing the romance of antique sculpture into formal gardens, orangeries, and château-style interiors.
Provenance
Estate acquisition.
Materials
Cast stone / composite garden stone.
Dimensions
26"H × 17"W × 12"D
Approx. 90 lbs.
Disclaimers
Outdoor weathering throughout, including lichen, moss residue, mineral staining, surface pitting, abrasions, and scattered chips consistent with age and garden exposure. Sold as decorative garden sculpture; not represented as ancient, marble, or hand-carved stone.