A beautiful bronze sculpture depicting the goddess Venus, created after the example of the famous antique marble statue the “Venus of Milo” (around 130 before Christ, now in the Louvre). Venus is the Roman goddess of love but is also often seen as the symbol of beauty. This classic sculpture is cast by ‘F. Barbedienne Fondeur’, a well-known foundry from France (in the 19th century). Details: Height: 51 cm. Width: 19 cm. Depth: 16 cm. Weight: 4.4 kg. Marked: ‘F. Barbedienne Fondeur’ with a cast stamp with the text: ‘Reduction Mechanique - A. Collas - Brevete’. The wooden pedestal is most likely of a more recent date but this does not diminish the beauty of the sculpture. In good condition, the photos speak for themselves. A decorative and eye-catching sculpture. The sculpture will be carefully packed and sent by registered mail (insured and with track and trace).