Reconstruction of the sculptures on the Main Staircase
In 1801 the Emperor Paul placed marble sculptures in the bays of the Main Staircase. A marble copy of the statue of Cleopatra from the Capitol Museum stood in the central bay, with representations of Caution and Justice in the side bays.
The sculptures have survived and are currently part of the collection of the State Hermitage, standing on the Ambassador's Staircase in the Winter Palace.
Ariadna (Cleopatra). Paolo Triscorni. 1789. State Hermitage
Justice. Alvise Talapetra. Early 18th century. State Hermitage
Prudence. Unknown early 18th century sculptor. State Hermitage
The project envisages copying the forms of the original sculptures, making copies from marble crumbs and placing them in the original places.
Preparation of the forms of the three sculptures
Approximate cost of the works - $ 27 580
Casting the forms from marble crumbs
Approximate cost of the works - $25 129
Total cost of the works - $ 52 709
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