RECENT ACQUISITIONS - 27th June, 2022
Antique 19th Century French bronze figure of Andromeda, the daughter of the king of Aethiopia, Cepheus, and his wife, Cassiopeia. When Cassiopeia boasts that she is more beautiful than the Nereids, Poseidon sends the sea monster Cetus to ravage the coast of Aethiopia as divine punishment. Andromeda is chained to a rock as a sacrifice to sate the monster, but is saved from death by Perseus, who marries her and takes her to Greece to reign as his queen.
Reference Number: A7991
Mid-20th Century British made, life size model of a stag's head with antlers, realistically modelled and with beautifully weathered patination, s stunning wall ornament for inside and outside space.
Reference Number: A7992
Mid-20th Century British showroom display bronze of the legendary Rolls-Royce mascot which was designed by Charles Sykes R.A, the dark patinated bronze sculpture is set on a shaped marble plinth. Signed by the artist Charles Sykes No.28, - later cast.
Reference Number: A7897