Exquisite 17th-18th Century Limestone Statue of Aristotle from French Chateaux de Percy-Le-Pautel

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Exquisite 17th-18th Century Limestone Statue of Aristotle from French Chateaux de Percy-Le-PautelAn exquisite late 17th to early 18th century or possibly earlier limestone statue of the philosopher Aristotle is a stunning example of classical artistry. Created in Italy, it draws inspiration from Greek antiquity, beautifully capturing the wisdom and legacy of one of historys greatest thinkers. The statue has excellent provenance, having been part of a noble family's private collection at Chteau de Percy Le Pautel in France. It was a prominent

copied from the Greek soldiers before them who wore the similar ‘pteruges’ - these provided a degree of protection

Adulthood and lust are brought to life in the form of an animated horned satyr

Composite stone with wonderful patina

Holt captures Venice emerging from the water and mists of the lagoon

They would look imposing and marvellous as stand-alone works of sculpture or rebuilt into an architectural project

Condition: Excellent decorative condition with expected craquelure and age-wear to the lacquer

They are a work of primitive folk art in their own right

Original oil and gesso painting in antique frame by Chloë Holt RCA FRSA

Umbra means dusk in Latin

In a seated heraldic sejant stance

Superbly carved with gesso and gilt decoration with remnants of the original silk and velvet damask fabric over a horse-hair base - a beautifully worn upper but with a solid cushioned base ready for upholstery or to be placed as objet d’art

Miniature hand painted and carved fish vertebrae Tea Set made by a First World War British Prisoner of War

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