Neoclassical Bronze Allegorical Figure on Alabaster Base

This fine art sculpture depicts a reclining elderly male figure, likely an allegorical representation of a River God or a philosopher, modeled in the Neoclassical style. The figure is cast in bronze with a dark brown and verdigris patina, displaying a muscular torso and a long, flowing beard. He rests upon an amphora or water vessel, from which water appears to be flowing, further reinforcing the aquatic theme. He holds a staff or oar and is draped in classical robes. Beside his feet lies an assembly of objects including what appears to be a helmet and brushes, suggesting a polymathic or multifaceted symbolic representation. The bronze showcases highly detailed casting, seen in the musculature and facial features. The base is a large, rough-hewn block of natural alabaster or light-colored quartz, providing a sharp textural contrast to the smooth bronze. There are visible signs of aging including oxidization and verdigris on the bronze surfaces, particularly around the vessel. The stone base shows minor natural inclusions and some small chips consistent with its age, likely late 19th or early 20th century. No maker’s mark is immediately visible in this view, but the craftsmanship suggests a high-quality Continental European origin.