54" Cast Bronze Discus Thrower Sculpture, Europe, Early 20th Century

A monumental and commanding presence, this life-size cast bronze Discus Thrower is rendered after the ancient Greek original attributed to Myron, one of the most celebrated sculptures in Western art history. The figure is captured mid-wind-up, torso twisted and arm extended, in that perfect frozen moment of athletic tension that has fascinated collectors and scholars for centuries. This cast is finished in a rich painted verdigris patina, a deep teal-green that reads beautifully in natural light and gives the piece the gravitas of something genuinely excavated. The oval base and supporting column are well-integrated into the composition. At 54 inches tall, this is a serious sculptural statement, equally at home in a garden, entry hall, or library.