Ex Hurst Collection - Late 17th Century Antique Carved Oak Sculpture of Orpheus With His Lyre

Ex Hurst Collection – Late 17th Century Antique Carved Oak Sculpture of Orpheus With His Lyre

A late 17th antique carved oak sculpture of Orpheus with his lyre.

Orpheus is a legendary musician and prophet in ancient Greek religion. He was also a renowned poet and, according to the legend, travelled with Jason and the Argonauts in search of the Golden Fleece.

Provenance: Ex-Hurst collection.

Condition - surface wear commensurate with age. There are minor traces of residual gesso and polychrome. His right foot had become detached from his ankle. This has been re-attached historically.

Size: Height 51.5 cm (21 1/4")

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