Philadelphia Antiques Show 2022

By Appointment • Katonah, NY • 212-744-6281 • www.barbaraisrael.com An exceptional bronze replica of the 5th-century B.C. Greek masterpiece, the Delphi Charioteer, standing with reins in hand, wearing the traditional garb, a xystis , and with characteristic amber eyes. This exact replica pro- duced by Felix de Weldon, around 1950, with the permission of the Greek government was taken from the original ca. 474 B.C statue. 70 ins. high; metal base 24 ins. square (millstone sold separatel y). The original work resides at the Delphi Archaeological Museum. Provenance: Ex-collection Felix de Weldon (1907-2003), the Austrian- born American sculptor known for his monuments, most famously for the Iwo Jima memorial (1954). This statue was displayed in the gardens at Beacon Rock, Newport, RI, the estate owned by de Weldon from 1951 to 1996. Barbara Israel Garden Antiques specializes in the finest antique garden ornament and furniture from Europe and America. Call to inquire about our on-site ornament placement and design services. Booth B1