Depiction of the mythological Pandora in a historicizing costume.
The young woman is characterized by a gentle beauty and a long pair of braids.spHe raises his left hand to his cheek and holds a small box in his right hand
According to one version, Pandora opened the vessel offered by Zeus and released the misfortunes contained within into the world. At the last moment, she slammed the lid shut, leaving hope on Earth.
PANDORA, Eutrope Bouret, France, 2nd half of 19th century
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Depiction of the mythological Pandora in a historicizing costume.
The young woman is characterized by a gentle beauty and a long pair of braids.spHe raises his left hand to his cheek and holds a small box in his right hand
According to one version, Pandora opened the vessel offered by Zeus and released the misfortunes contained within into the world. At the last moment, she slammed the lid shut, leaving hope on Earth.
Description
Signature: Bouret
Eutrope Bouret (1833-1906) - French sculptor trained under Louis Buhot. From 1875 he regularly exhibited his works at the French Salons, receiving a distinction in 1885. He willingly reached for historical and mythological themes. He made his works in both bronze and marble.
France, 2nd half of the 19th century
Patinated bronze.
Dimensions: 46cm x 18cm x 15cm
Height of the figure itself: 38cm
Condition of preservation: very good.