Description of the Statue

The statue depicts a youth or ephebe – a young man who is no longer a boy but not yet fully grown. Standing at 130 cm tall, the figure is smaller than life-size. The contrapposto of the statue is complex, possibly suggesting that the figure is leaning on a column with his right hand. The bronze casting of the statue is exceptionally well-preserved. Alterations are only noticeable on the left hand, the left heel, and the right sole of the foot: the hand was likely reshaped in antiquity, probably during the Roman period. The heel and foot sole were restored in the 20th century.

The reshaped left hand appears to have originally held a flat object, which has not survived. There is speculation that it might have been a tray with sacrificial instruments. The inlays in the eyes and nipples are remarkable: the eyeballs are made of white stone, the irises consist of black-edged yellowish glass paste, and the pupils, which are missing, were originally inserted in metal. The nipples are made of copper.

The statue has a significant influence history and has been widely reproduced. A plaster cast of the statue is part of the Collection of Classical Antiquities at the Free University of Berlin.

Bronze Replica

We do not currently offer a bronze replica of this statue. However, please contact us if you are interested, and we will be happy to explain what is currently feasible.

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.