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English Composite Stone Bust of a Bacchante Nymph with Fluted Pedestal, Late 20th Century

English Composite Stone Bust of a Bacchante Nymph with Fluted Pedestal, Late 20th Century

An English composite stone garden bust of a bacchante nymph, her identity expressed through the vine leaves and clusters of grapes woven through her hair, and the draped animal skin falling across her shoulder — attributes associated with the retinue of Bacchus, god of wine and revelry.

The figure is softly modelled with gently idealised classical features, her head inclined upward in a relaxed, almost intoxicated reverie, capturing the expressive, sensuous character traditionally associated with bacchic subjects.

Raised on a fluted classical pedestal, the composition forms a balanced architectural element within the garden, offering both vertical presence and sculptural interest.

Cast in composite stone, the surface has weathered naturally outdoors, developing light mottling and a soft, settled patina.

Designed in the tradition of classical garden ornament, the piece works well set within planting, along a path, or as a focal point within a border — particularly suited to more abundant, loosely planted schemes where it can sit comfortably amongst growth and movement.

 

$2,594.61
English Composite Stone Bust of a Bacchante Nymph with Fluted Pedestal, Late 20th Century—
$2,594.61
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Description

An English composite stone garden bust of a bacchante nymph, her identity expressed through the vine leaves and clusters of grapes woven through her hair, and the draped animal skin falling across her shoulder — attributes associated with the retinue of Bacchus, god of wine and revelry.

The figure is softly modelled with gently idealised classical features, her head inclined upward in a relaxed, almost intoxicated reverie, capturing the expressive, sensuous character traditionally associated with bacchic subjects.

Raised on a fluted classical pedestal, the composition forms a balanced architectural element within the garden, offering both vertical presence and sculptural interest.

Cast in composite stone, the surface has weathered naturally outdoors, developing light mottling and a soft, settled patina.

Designed in the tradition of classical garden ornament, the piece works well set within planting, along a path, or as a focal point within a border — particularly suited to more abundant, loosely planted schemes where it can sit comfortably amongst growth and movement.