{"product_id":"helene-de-troie-patinierte-bronze-mitte-19-jahrhundert","title":"“Hélène de Troie” – Patinated bronze, Jean-Baptiste Clesinger, mid-19th century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis finely crafted bronze sculpture depicts Helen of Troy – the legendary beauty of Greek mythology, whose abduction by Paris sparked the Trojan War. The figure was created by Jean-Baptiste Clesinger, one of the most important French sculptors of the 19th century. Clesinger was known for his virtuoso realism, expressive drapery, and sensuously modeled figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The piece was cast in patinated bronze in the second half of the 19th century by the renowned Parisian foundry F. Barbedienne, whose name is synonymous with the highest casting quality. Bronzes from the Barbedienne manufactory are characterized by precise details, fine surfaces, and an exceptionally elegant patina – this example impressively demonstrates all these qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The figure presents Helena in a serene, classical pose: graceful, feminine, lightly veiled, and richly draped. The meticulously crafted drapery, the finely modeled face, and the lively posture demonstrate Clesinger's masterful ability to translate ancient themes into a modern, emotionally resonant visual language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Special features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Original design by Jean-Baptiste Clesinger, Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e High-quality bronze casting from the F. Barbedienne foundry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Patinated surface in a warm, deep tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Depiction of Helen of Troy – an icon of classical mythology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Excellent attention to detail in drapery, posture, and facial expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Height: 46.5 cm – a representative format for collections or interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Very good, well-maintained condition with a beautiful, even patina. No damage, fine details clearly preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiquitäten Hochheim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54563793109260,"sku":"AH-0134-EX","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/2596\/7298\/files\/1_bce703d2-e0d7-4627-be57-3ba1b85370c6.jpg?v=1763567664","url":"https:\/\/www.antiquitaeten-hochheim.de\/en\/products\/helene-de-troie-patinierte-bronze-mitte-19-jahrhundert","provider":"Antiquitäten Hochheim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}