"The Dying Gaul" bronze sculpture by Chiurazzi Napoli

- The Dying Gaul:

The Dying Gaul is a Roman marble sculpture that replicates a lost Greek original from the Hellenistic period, likely crafted in bronze between 230 and 220 BC by Epigonus of Pergamon.

Also known as the Dying Galatian, this artwork is displayed at the Palazzo Nuovo in Rome within the Capitoline Museums.

It depicts a wounded, naked Gallic warrior slumped over his shield, with abundant hair and a torque around his neck.

The sculpture commemorates the Celtic defeat while showcasing the strength of the victorious people, paying tribute to the courage of their adversaries.

Discovered in the early 18th century, it was acquired by Pope Clement VII in 1734 and exhibited at the Capitoline Museums.

The statue's fame led to numerous copies and interpretations, influencing art and emotional representation over the centuries.

- The Foundry:

The Chiurazzi foundry, established by Gennaro Chiurazzi in Naples in 1870, specialized in reproducing classical and Renaissance sculptures in bronze using the lost-wax technique.

With increasing demand for copies from renowned museums, the foundry gained international recognition, winning awards at exhibitions in New Orleans and Turin.

After Gennaro's death, his sons expanded operations to include marble and ceramic production.

The foundry relocated to Rome in 1925 to cater to the capital's demand. In 2011, the business was revived by an Arizona-based company, preserving its artistic heritage.