Mid-19th-century French school, based on ancient models Diana of Gabies Bronze with a brown patina Bears the inscription "Réduction Sauvage" on the pedestal H.: 26 cm Related work: Italy, Diana of Gabii, marble, H. 174 x W. 52 x D. 48 cm, Paris, Louvre Museum, inv. Ma 529. The ancient marble sculpture was discovered in 1792 on Prince Borghese’s estate in Gabii, near Rome. Acquired by Napoleon in 1807, the work was sent to France and has been on display at the Louvre since 1820. The Diana of Gabies, whose beauty has been praised by critics, has enjoyed tremendous success. The model was widely reproduced throughout the 19th century.