The Youth Of Christopher Columbus

It was in 1870 that Guilio Monteverde presented his "Young Christopher Columbus" seated on a fitting terminal with the emblem of the Republic of Genoa, the future navigator cast his gaze on the open sea and held a book in his hands. Several large marble copies were commissioned from him and can be seen today in certain public places, including the Boston Museum or the Château Albertis in Genoa. The proposed bronze statue was produced towards the end of the 19th century (old cast iron), the base is in black marble and a counter-pedestal in gilded bronze. Very nice overall appearance, the original orange-brown patina reveals wear consistent with its age. The bronze alone measures 56 cm, the height indicated includes the marble base. Giulio Monteverde (Bistagne1837/Rome 1917) major Italian artist of the second half of the 19th century, starting out in Genoa as a cabinetmaker and engraver, he studied sculpture at the Beaux-Arts in Rome where he became a professor. Producing major works such as the statue of Victor-Emmanuel in the Pantheon in Rome or the genius of Franklin, he will receive the highest rewards, corresponding member of the Institut de France he was also named Officer of the Legion of Honor.