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Laocoon and His Sons

£164,100.00

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Laocoon Group – buy life-size replica of the original statue

An icon of Hellenistic art, the figurative Greek sculpture known as the Laocoon Group or Laocoon and his Sons is a monumental statue group on display in the Museo Pio Clementino in the Vatican Museums in Rome. It is a marble copy of a bronze sculpture depicting the Trojan priest Laocoon and his two sons Antiphas and Thymbraeus as they are killed by giant serpents. The group of statues is attributed to three sculptors from the Greek island of Rhodes: Hagesander, Athenodoros and Polydorus. This attribution is consistent with an inscription on a fragment of similar marble that was discovered separately from the group itself. The Laocoon Group is considered one of the greatest works of Greek sculpture from the Hellenistic period. It was probably created around 42 BC.

 

The replica of the group offered in our online shop is based on the plaster cast taken from the original in the Vatican Museums – Museo Pio Clementino – in 1898. The outstretched arm of the Laocoon was restored on the plaster cast around 1900.

Description

Lakoon Group, bronze casting in museum quality

The sculpture group is produced as a bronze cast using the traditional lost wax technique. The basis for the negative mould required for this is a plaster cast of the original taken back in 1898 with the inventory number MV.1059.0.0 in the Vatican Museums in the Museo Pio Clementino. The outstretched arm of the Laocoon was restored on the plaster cast around 1900 and the replica is offered with this restored arm.

 

Cast marble & marble sculpture from the sculptor

In addition to classic bronze casting, we also offer two other moulds for the sculpture group available in our online shop. Marble casting from powdered genuine white marble. And the new moulding of the statue by sculptors from a single block of white marble. If you are interested in such a mould, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to receiving your e-mail or phone call.

 

Authentic Reproductions of Ancient Bronze Statues: Classical Weathered Patina and, exclusively new and available only with us, the Original Antique Patina based on the latest 2022 Louvre research findings

We offer two exceptional patina options for bronze statues. The first is the classical patina, which beautifully captures the natural weathered appearance of bronze. Since the rediscovery of ancient life-sized bronzes, this patina has become the preferred choice and is available in up to three popular variations.

 

For enthusiasts seeking an authentic, antique aesthetic, we present a groundbreaking innovation: a faithfully recreated surface finish that matches precisely what the ancient audience would have admired. Thanks to the spectacular research findings published by the Louvre Museum in late 2022, we are now able to replicate the surface of ancient life-sized bronzes with remarkable accuracy. The multi-year study of the Charioteer of Delphi, conducted using cutting-edge technology, revealed that the statue, aside from minor details such as the eyes, headband, and belt, once displayed a high-gloss, golden sheen reminiscent of subtly shimmering gold leaf. It is therefore highly likely that renowned ancient sites, such as Delphi, Olympia, and Delos, presented themselves to ancient visitors with bronze statues gleaming in golden splendour.

This effect was achieved through the use of bronze with a 10% tin content. Armed with this scientifically substantiated knowledge, we can now offer an authentically recreated, antique surface for our reproductions of ancient life-sized bronzes – a level of precision that was unattainable prior to these 2022 research advancements.

 

Each statue cast by us is engraved in the base with a serial number, date of manufacture and our company logo. The base is also engraved with your name, a lettering, the occasion of the production, your own company logo or additional engraving as required. Please let us know the data for personalising the Lakoon Group cast when you make your purchase.

 

Your very personal legacy

Our life-size cast bronze replicas are therefore not only artistic replicas, but also timeless reminders that will preserve your legacy for generations to come. By engraving your name, the date and the occasion on the base, this statue becomes an everlasting symbol of your most personal life achievement, your significance in this world and your work there.

 

Memory cast in bronze in the radiant light of antiquity

Ancient Greek bronze statues and their masterfully crafted Roman marble replicas were the sensual and visual mirror of these two advanced civilisations for over a millennium. After their rediscovery during the Renaissance, these statues once again became world-famous. Today, a replica of the original statue is bought as a symbol of the emergence of modernity. The statue made for you and with your name as the donor will forever be a reminder of your personality and achievements in the ancient traditions of Delphi and Rome.

 

Locations for the installation of ancient statues & list of parks with ancient sculptures

In exceptionally designed gardens and parks, alongside high horticultural artistry and exceptionally beautiful design, the use of top-notch furnishings often shines. Whether it’s furniture or statues and sculptures. Now original antique statues are not or very rarely available for sale. Since their rediscovery in the Renaissance, costly replicas have such been made for castles, their parks, and concurrently for the mansions of the bourgeoisie who have attained great wealth. During this time, a canon for the placement and positioning of these artworks formed and developed into modern times. In our online shop, you’ll find an overview of particularly beautiful locations for ancient statues. Additionally, we provide you with an overview of some publicly accessible gardens and parks, each boasting an impressive collection of ancient sculptures, along with specific details on where each statue can be seen.

 

Product details

Laocoon and His Sons
Item No.S44
MaterialBronze cast
dimension (height x width x depth)242 cm x 162,5 cm x 103 cm
What you receiveSingle piece, Bronze cast. The exact design details, measurements and weight as well as the structure and colour of the Bronze cast may vary.
DeliveryDelivered using our own van
Delivery ChargeFree delivery in England and Wales (except islands) and to a few EU countries. Click here for details.
Price incl. VAT£164,100.00