Nessus And Deianira Bronze

A technical and creative masterpiece of the late Renaissance era, this extraordinary bronze figure depicts the famed Greek legend of The Abduction of Deianira. Bringing together the classical nude with the poignancy of the emerging Mannerist style, the work represents the culmination of style during the High Renaissance. This masterfully executed French sculpture dating to the 1660s captures the dramatic mythological scene with a daring and sophistication reminiscent of the best works from its age…

This extraordinary French bronze sculpture dates to the mid-17th century

Crafted after a work by Giambologna, it depicts the Greek legend of The Abduction of Deianira

This example is one of only a handful known to exist, with all other known examples in museums

The level of detail in this statue suggests craftsmanship by a master sculptor

Period: Pre-18th Century
Origin: France
Type: Sculpture
Style: Renaissance
Depth: 16.5 in. (41.91 cm)
Width: 15.0 in. (38.1 cm)
Height: 25.0 in. (63.5 cm)