The runner

Bronze and marble

Italy, second half of the 19th century

Length 23 cm, Width 13 cm, Height 34 cm.

This bronze was made after one of the two “runners”, a sculptural group discovered in the 18th century in Herculaneum. The “runners” date back to the 1st century BC and were located in the „Villa dei Papiri“, which was known for its impressive sculptures and an important library of ancient scrolls. The sculptures are currently on display at the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.