French School, "Athena and Zeus", Bronze
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Description
French School, late 19th century. A mated pair of patinated bronze figural sculptures in the form of Athena (also Minerva), goddess of wisdom war and the arts, and Zeus (also Jupiter), god of the sky; each depicted in Roman battle dress, each with helmets topped with elaborate plumage, each raised on footed base with egg and dart patterning, each apparently unmarked. Athena approximate height 16.5". Zeus approximate height 14".
Condition
Each overall with surface abrasions with some patination loss. Each overall with grime to surface. Athena's spear with slight bend to shaft and spearhead (not repaired); spear is fully detachable. Athena and Zeus with articulating right arms. No other damage or losses noted to either work.
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French School, "Athena and Zeus", Bronze
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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