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Medium 19th Century Copper Log BinA well proportioned copper log bin of practical, usable scale, hand hammered and raised on three cast brass lions paw feet. The body is encircled at the base with a wide riveted copper band and fitted with decorative brass handles. The surface has developed a deep, rich patina with natural variation and marking from long fireside use, the interior darkened accordingly. A great decorative late 19th century example ideal beside the hearth or equally

" while ‘Sabi’ means "rustic patina

offering a captivating sculptural statement

The putti is skilfully detailed

The rectangular coffret is constructed of iron panels held by armoured and hand-forged wrought iron straps

It was a prominent feature in the château’s gardens

Today they serve as sculptural stumpery pedestals with charm and presence

Total height 131cm (Venus is 59cm high)

“My kind antique dealer friends smuggled leafy lemons direct from Italy for me this Summer

You can see how Hopper was greatly inspired by Canova and exquisite Italian Classical sculpture in this rare pair of Regency statues

The Stag’s expression is commanding and powerful

standing upon swirling Heavenly clouds with an expression which is gentle and contemplative

or very early eighteenth century - originating from a church altar structure in Northern Italy