"THE THREE GRACES" ALABASTER SCULPTURE, TUSCAN WORK

Alabaster sculpture depicting the three Graces dancing in a circle and holding a wreath of flowers. The three young women, dressed in Grecian-style tunics, are treated in an individualized manner. They rest on a high cylindrical pedestal adorned with vine branches, twisted lines and a frieze of water leaves. This is an Italian work from Tuscany.

The three Graces, also known as the Charites, are goddesses linked to charm, beauty and creativity. Daughters of Zeus and Eurynome, they are associated with Venus to distribute beauty throughout the world. Aglaé, the splendid, Euphrosyne, the joyful and Thalia the verdant dance for the gods of Olympus to the sound of Apollo's lyre. This famous theme has been widely used since Antiquity.

Base diameter: 27cm
19th century, Circa: 1880
Dim: W: 27cm, D: 27cm, H: 67cm.
Dim: W: 10,6in, D: 10,6in, H: 26,4in.
Condition report: In good general condition. Restoration to the base. Light wear to the alabaster.