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Life size signed marble bust on stand of Ceres
A 19th century life size finely carved carrara marble bust of the Roman Goddess, Ceres or her Greek equivalent, Demeter supported on original carved carrara marble column in the classical style, signed ‘S. KITSON, Fecit 18ROMA74’ (fecit translating to ‘he made’).
Ceres and Demeter were Goddesses of corn, grain, harvest, agriculture and fertility, ears of corn being particularly symbolic to them.
This wonderful carving depicts Ceres, her hair in Classical elaborate Roman style wearing a band of corn ears in her hair, looking beautiful wearing traditional stola (traditional Roman dress) secured with a clasp to one shoulder supported on original socle with signature to the reverse.
The bust is supported by a wonderfully carved column with leaf decoration to the top leading down to a fluted column with bulbous leaf decoration and circular base.
Samuel James Kitson (1848-1906) was a British sculptor born in Yorkshire in 1848, his work consisting of mainly busts and full body statues, his older and younger brothers also sculptors, his older brother John moving to the USA by 1870.
Samuel worked in Rome between 1870-1874 where he was undoubtedly influenced by the wonderful works of art and sculptures around him. This sculpture has a similarity to the face to that of a Roman copy after the Greek original of Demeter which is in the Roman National Museum in Rome.
Samuel set up a studio in Italy which he maintained until 1880, by this time he had permanently moved to the USA where he worked from 1876-1906 with studios in New York, Boston and Massachusetts producing various sculptures, many for important families and buildings in the USA.
He also continued to exhibit in various exhibitions in England including three times at The Royal Academy of Arts in London and twice at The Royal Manchester Institute, Manchester.
This carved marble bust and column are in excellent condition for age and can go straight into a home or collection.
Overall size including column:
Height: 78'' / 198cm
Width: 21'' / 53.25cm
Depth: 15'' / 38cm LVS Decorative Arts is a family run business specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.
Being members of LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antiques dealers in the UK, we are committed in upholding the highest of standards.
All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods by cabinet makers and polishers with a wealth of experience keeping the item in as original condition as possible and conserving original patina (colour) and materials whenever possible - we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.
Please bear in mind antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Please note viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange
Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque
Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos
Please note antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
Please contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451
Thank you and we hope you find our stock interesting.
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LVS Decorative Arts
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By appointment only
Suffolk
England, UK
Tel : 07703306451
Non UK callers : +44 7703306451
Ceres and Demeter were Goddesses of corn, grain, harvest, agriculture and fertility, ears of corn being particularly symbolic to them.
This wonderful carving depicts Ceres, her hair in Classical elaborate Roman style wearing a band of corn ears in her hair, looking beautiful wearing traditional stola (traditional Roman dress) secured with a clasp to one shoulder supported on original socle with signature to the reverse.
The bust is supported by a wonderfully carved column with leaf decoration to the top leading down to a fluted column with bulbous leaf decoration and circular base.
Samuel James Kitson (1848-1906) was a British sculptor born in Yorkshire in 1848, his work consisting of mainly busts and full body statues, his older and younger brothers also sculptors, his older brother John moving to the USA by 1870.
Samuel worked in Rome between 1870-1874 where he was undoubtedly influenced by the wonderful works of art and sculptures around him. This sculpture has a similarity to the face to that of a Roman copy after the Greek original of Demeter which is in the Roman National Museum in Rome.
Samuel set up a studio in Italy which he maintained until 1880, by this time he had permanently moved to the USA where he worked from 1876-1906 with studios in New York, Boston and Massachusetts producing various sculptures, many for important families and buildings in the USA.
He also continued to exhibit in various exhibitions in England including three times at The Royal Academy of Arts in London and twice at The Royal Manchester Institute, Manchester.
This carved marble bust and column are in excellent condition for age and can go straight into a home or collection.
Overall size including column:
Height: 78'' / 198cm
Width: 21'' / 53.25cm
Depth: 15'' / 38cm LVS Decorative Arts is a family run business specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.
Being members of LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antiques dealers in the UK, we are committed in upholding the highest of standards.
All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods by cabinet makers and polishers with a wealth of experience keeping the item in as original condition as possible and conserving original patina (colour) and materials whenever possible - we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.
Please bear in mind antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Please note viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange
Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque
Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos
Please note antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
Please contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451
Thank you and we hope you find our stock interesting.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 12/FEB/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Sold
Category Busts and Figures
Date 1874
Mid Victorian Antiques Material Carara Marble
Origin Italian
Item code as304a1095 / LVS1060
Status Sold
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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Deliveries can be arranged by us, using specialist antiques couriers and shippers both within the UK and overseas.
Most UK deliveries will be made within 14 days, some may take longer but we would advise of this at the time of purchase.
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Any overseas delivery timescales are discussed with the buyer at time of purchase.
RETURNS
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Please bear in mind that all antiques have slight blemishes and this adds to the character of them.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMER
Please note if you cancel a purchase after paying but before the item has been delivered, we will issue a full refund excluding a 10% administration fee.
Please note that in the very unlikely event an item is delivered and arrives with damaged packaging, it is a requisite by many insurance companies used by shippers/couriers that the following is undertaken as soon as possible
1) photographs taken of the packaging/box before being opened and emailed to me
2) no packaging/boxes must be destroyed or cut as these may need to be viewed
3) photographs taken of the item (if damaged) and emailed to me
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Deliveries can be arranged by us, using specialist antiques couriers and shippers both within the UK and overseas.
Most UK deliveries will be made within 14 days, some may take longer but we would advise of this at the time of purchase.
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Any overseas delivery timescales are discussed with the buyer at time of purchase.
RETURNS
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Please bear in mind that all antiques have slight blemishes and this adds to the character of them.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMER
Please note if you cancel a purchase after paying but before the item has been delivered, we will issue a full refund excluding a 10% administration fee.
Please note that in the very unlikely event an item is delivered and arrives with damaged packaging, it is a requisite by many insurance companies used by shippers/couriers that the following is undertaken as soon as possible
1) photographs taken of the packaging/box before being opened and emailed to me
2) no packaging/boxes must be destroyed or cut as these may need to be viewed
3) photographs taken of the item (if damaged) and emailed to me
Terms and conditions
TERMS OF SALE
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
View all stock from
LVS Decorative Arts
Private dealerBy appointment only
Suffolk
England, UK
Tel : 07703306451
Non UK callers : +44 7703306451
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