Commodus Roman Emperor Bust - After Cavaceppi Bronze Sculpture Madame Recamier was considered by

Madame Recamier was considered by many as the most beautiful and charming women of her time

The bold proportions and elaborate detailing make it an ideal centrepiece for grand interiors

She was buried the 24th of July at Winchester Cathedral

the collector and connoisseur Bernardo Vecchietti recognized his talent and offered to support him while he pursued his studies in Florence

highly detailed with prominent features

Commodus Roman Emperor Bust - After Cavaceppi Bronze Sculpture Madame Recamier was considered byThe Last of the Antonine Dynasty This magnificent bust depicts Commodus, Roman Emperor from 180 192 AD, son of the philosopher emperor Marcus Aurelius and the last member of the illustrious Antonine dynasty. After the antique by the workshop of Bartolomeo Cavaceppi (1719 1799), this piece captures one of Rome's most notorious and controversial emperors. A Grand Tour Masterpiece Despite his infamous reputation, Commodus was a popular subject for 18th