Large Boar and Plinth
In ancient Greece the wild boar was widespread throughout the land. Because of their strength, courage and ferocity, the wild boar symbolized a worthy adversary for the hunter and is strongly featured with the heroes of Greek mythology. In Roman times, the large tusked wild boar (Cinghiale) was found in almost every country of the ancient Roman world and particularly so in Italy. It is thought that the original boar was carved from marble during the centuries BC by a Greek sculptor. This sculpture was either lost or destroyed. During the 17th century the Italians made a marble copy ‘Cinghiale’ which is housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence to this very day. The boar as seen here is a perfect likeness of the ‘Uffizi’ Boar, with the hair of the boar’s coat carved into large waving locks over the neck and shoulders with tighter more crowded waves over the body. Also available is the exact mirror image of the Boar (the head turned in the opposite direction), which depending on location could be preferable, or of course they would make a splendid matching pair to any entrance or driveway. The Wild Boar can be available individually. The dimensions are for the boar alone. Prices do not include VAT or Delivery.
Dimensions Height: 140 Width: 109 Depth: 133 You may add this product to your order for Enquiry only, it may not be purchased online.
Price: £5,875.00 + VAT (Each)
Stock Code: GAN028