Grand Tour French, patinated bronze bust of the Greek hero/mythological warrior Ajax (Menelaus) on a socle base, circa 1880. Ajax wears a helmet with battling centaurs in relief and eagles with serpent's tails on the face/visor. Ajax was the son of Telamon, who was the son of Aeacus, and grandson of the Greek God Zeus.
Height |
20.75 in. |
Width |
11 in. |
Depth |
9 in. |
5.75" square base
Engraved on base:
A LEUR INSTRUCTEUR
le lieutenant Bon de SPRIMONT
LES OFFICIERS DU COURS D EQUITATION
1882-83
Translation:
To their instructor
the lieutenant Bon de Sprimont
the officers of the Riding Course
1882-83