The Neoclassicist: Niall Smith
Thu, May 6, 2021 11:00AM EDT
Lot 359
Bronze Model of the Discobolos of Myron
Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000
Sold for
$1,600
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $200 | $50 |
| $500 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Raised on a marble base.
16 3/4 x 11 1/2 x 6 in.
Note: The Discobolus of Myron is a Greek sculpture completed at the start of the Classical period (beginning of the 5th century B.C.), showing a youthful athlete throwing a discus, about 460-450 B.C. The original Greek bronze is lost, but the work is known through numerous Roman copies, both full scale examples in marble which was cheaper at the time. Numerous studies about the feasibility of the position of the discus thrower have been discussed over the centuries, most notably by Sir Kenneth Clark. He notes, the discus thrower depicted is about to release his throw: "by sheer intelligence, Myron has created the enduring pattern of athletic energy. He has taken a moment of action so transitory that students of athletics still debate if it is feasible, and he has given it the completeness of a cameo". Who can argue with that?
Condition
Collection from Stair
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