Cesare Fantacchiotti (b. 1844, d. 1922)
A large patinated bronze group 'Bacchante', Signed Cesare Fantacchiotti. Late 19th century. H. 140 cm. L. 134 cm.
Cesare Fantacchiotti, born in Florence was the son and pupil of the celebrated sculptor, Odoardo Fantacchiotti (d. 1877). Cesare was a prolific and highly successful sculptor, producing a wide range of subjects including portraiture, classical figures, allegorical groups and historic personalities. Fantacchiotti's work was exhibited in Florence, Venice, Turin, Berlin and Munich, as well as at the Royal Academy in London.
The marble version this figure by Cesare Fantacchiotti was displayed at the Fest dell'Arte e dei Fiori (Festival of Art and Flowers) of 1896–1897 held in Florence.
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Furniture, varia & carpets, 25 February 2015