Young Bacchus...... Nude Youth With A Cluster Of Grapes - Unsigned Metal Sculpture - Circa 1920

I spotted this small metal sculpture last month on eBay Germany and it is now in my collection.The seller listed the sculpture as "Nude Boy with Grapes." In the back of my mind I thought I recognized the sculpture as a depiction of the young bacchus. Well, that is my interpretation after searching the internet for depictions of the young guy! The original listing (Below) was listed as a "bronze" but I noticed some areas on the figure that just did not hold up to that description. There appeared to be areas on the figure that were "gold" in color and not the tarnished surface I was seeing. When the figure arrived my doubts were confirmed. My guess was the figure was made of brass. Well, I took a chance and removed the surface tarnish and it does appear to be made of brass. There is an aged paper label on the bottom of the wooden stand that lists a gallery address in Munich, Germany. It needs some repair work and a new patina applied so when I get time I will make inquiries about restoration work. Enjoy!

STANDING MUSE........FEMALE NUDE...... WATERCOLOR - ENGLISH SCHOOL - CIRCA 1880

I must apologize for the scarcity of posts lately. Between a sore shoulder that keeps me heading for the aspirin, away from the computer, and things around the homestead that keep me financially busy (don't get me started on the legal thief called "your friendly local plumber") my buying new additions to the collection have been sparce. I will try to post the three latest additions, beginning with this one. I spotted this very nice late 19th century "English School" framed watercolor of a standing female nude today and it just brightened my day. She and her beauty are now in my collection. There is no visible signature nor attribution other than the title but the artist's tallent with the brush. Enjoy.