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Barthelemy Prieur (Berzieux, 1538 - Paris, 1611)Workshop of
Maria de'Medici, 17th century
Bronze Transparent reddish patina, traces of dark patina
sculpture: 22 x 16 x 8 cm
Barthelemy Prieur was the court sculptor of Henry IV and his wife Marie de' Medici. In addition to creating monumental works for the royal couple, he also produced a series of small studio bronzes, vaguely erotic, depicting naked Venerinas in various attitudes.
The bust proposed here depicts Mary de' Medici and was born paired with that of her husband, Henry IV. Being replicated in the foundry as diplomatic gifts, it is possible to see some replicas of varying quality, made by the workshop or attributable to the hand of the master.
Live auction 306
Sculpture and Small Bronzes from 15th to 19th Century
Palazzo Caetani Lovatelli, fri 28 June 2024
SINGLE SESSION 28/06/2024 Hours 16:00