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Mesoamerican French Bronze Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Mesoamerican French bronze sculpture. Vintage bronze casting of Mesoamerican stone hacha on
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Early 20th Century French Sculptures

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Bronze

Mesoamerican French Bronze Sculpture
Mesoamerican French Bronze Sculpture
H 13 in W 5.25 in D 9 in
French Bronze Sculpture Birds Perched on Branch
Located in Miami, FL
French Bronze Sculpture Birds Perched on Branch Bronze bird sculpture with a patinated finish
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20th Century French Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Sculpture
Located in Stockbridge, GA
19th century French bronze sculpture representing two putties. The bronze is patenate and the base
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI More Furniture and Collectibles

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Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Sculpture
19th Century French Bronze Sculpture
H 7.75 in W 8.75 in D 4 in
19th Century French Bronze Sculpture
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century French bronze sculpture captures the essence of rural life through the
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Antique 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Sculpture
19th Century French Bronze Sculpture
H 19.25 in W 10 in D 5.5 in
Lucien Gilbert Art Deco Musicians Monkey French Bronze Sculpture
Located in Sarasota, FL
Signed Lucien Gilbert. French bronze sculpture depicting two musicians including a monkey. Signed
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Old French Bronze Sculpture after Clodion, Mythical Faun Game
By Claude Michel Clodion
Located in Berlin, DE
Old French bronze sculpture after Clodion, mythical faun game. A flute pipe is missing.
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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique French bronze sculpture, likely dating from around the 1860-1880 period. It is
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Antique 1860s French Neoclassical Statues

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Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture
Antique French Bronze Sculpture
H 13 in W 16.93 in D 9.06 in
French Bronze Sculpture of A Flower with Glass, Signed 1979, France
Located in Marbella, ES
French Bronze Sculpture of A Flower with Glass, Signed 1979, France.
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Late 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture of Two Fighting Panthers Signed G. Gardet
By George Gardet
Located in Miami, US
French Bronze Sculpture of Two Fighting Panthers on Marble Base, Signed G. Gardet A captivating
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Early 20th Century French Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Children Playing Music
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century French bronze sculpture of children playing music 19th Century French bronze statue
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Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Impressive French Bronze Sculpture by E. Martin
Located in Madrid, ES
Introducing an exquisite and important French bronze sculpture by the renowned artist E. Martin
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Antique 1880s Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture of Mother & Child
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique French bronze sculpture depicting a mother and child, in the manner of Jean-Jacques
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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Bronze

Art Deco French Bronze Sculpture of a Sphinx, Signed C. Charles
By C. Charles
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco French Bronze Sculpture of a Sphinx. Signed C. Charles Bronze sculpture of the stone
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of French Bronze Sculptures of a Nymph and Satyr Signed “Clodion”
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of exceptional French bronze sculptures of a Nympth and Satyr both signed in The bronze
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculptures from the 19th Century, Guèridon Statues
Located in Cesena, FC
French bronze sculptures from the 19th century - guèridon statues (from the second half of the
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Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture of Youth Wrangling a Horse by Guillaume Coustou
By Coustou
Located in Middleburg, VA
French Bronze Sculpture of Youth Wrangling a Horse by Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746). Best known
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Antique 16th Century French Louis XIV Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

19th-Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Water Carrier
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century French bronze sculpture portrays a young woman gracefully balancing two
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th-Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Cherub by Clodion
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming 19th-century French bronze sculpture, signed “Clodion”, beautifully captures the
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Elegant 19th-Century French Bronze Sculpture Signed Clodion
Located in Madrid, ES
This exquisite 19th-century French bronze sculpture, signed by the renowned artist Clodion, is a
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Antique 19th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Early 20th Century French Bronze Sculpture with Marble Base of a Sitting Boy
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century french bronze sculpture with marble base of a sitting boy By: unknown Material
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Metal, Copper, Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Nesting Quail on Marble Base
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French bronze sculpture of Nesting Quail on marble base will make the perfect
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Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Belle Époque French Bronze Sculpture of a Boy with Overall and Hat by Louis Kley
By Louis Kley
Located in North Miami, FL
Belle Époque french bronze sculpture of a boy with overall and a hat by Louis Kley By: Louis Kley
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze, Metal, Copper

Late 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Boy with a Sword by Louis Kley
By Louis Kley
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century french bronze sculpture of a boy with a sword by Louis Kley By: Louis Kley
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Stone, Bronze, Metal, Copper

Antique French Bronze Sculpture after Houdon
By Jean-Antoine Houdon
Located in London, GB
version of this sculpture in 1777, before going on to make several versions in bronze. At the time of
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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture after Houdon
Antique French Bronze Sculpture after Houdon
H 35.44 in W 10.24 in D 17.33 in
French Bronze Sculpture By Charles Anfrie, 19th Century
By Vrai Bronze B.D., Charles Anfrie
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Charles Anfrie (Catalan sculptor Charles Anfrie, 1833-1905) bronze statue of a boy “C. Anfrie
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Bronze

20th-Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Bison on a Marble Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking 20th-century French bronze sculpture depicts a majestic bison in mid-stride
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20th Century French Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture Bust of a Man by Aimé-Jules Dalou
By Aimé-Jules Dalou
Located in London, GB
French bronze sculpture bust of a man by Aimé-Jules Dalou French, 1888 Height 49cm, width 20cm
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Antique 1880s French Busts

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Large Antique French Bronze Sculpture, Bellowing Stag, Doe, and Fawn, Late 1800s
By Clovis Edmond Masson
Located in Dallas, TX
This large French bronze sculpture depicts a family of deer traversing across a rocky terrain
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Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

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Metal, Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture of a Woman with Marble Plinth by Louis Lerolle
By Lerolle Freres, Lerolle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French bronze sculpture. By Louis Lerolle (ca. 1868-1948) In gilt bronze with a
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Priest
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French cast bronze statue of a Catholic priest. Fine casting with beautiful patina
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Flight from Troy, 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture
Located in London, GB
impressive bronze with fine patinated surface, depicting the hero Aeneas carrying his aged father over his
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Diana the Huntress by A. Moreau
By Auguste Moreau
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 19 1/4 in W: 20 in D: 8 in This exceptional late 19th-century French bronze
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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Bronze Sculpture "Standing Stag" by Alfred Dubucand
By Alfred Dubucand
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ALFRED DUBUCAND French, 1828-1894 "Standing Stag" Medium-brown patinated bronze Signed in
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture Seated Woman by Etienne-Henri Dumaige
By Etienne-Henri Dumaige
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ETIENNE-HENRI DUMAIGE French, 1830-1888 Classical Seated Woman with Treasure Spilling at Her Feet
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture "Crouching Native American Indian" E. Drouot
By Edouard Drouot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French, 19th century Patinated bronze group of a Crouching Native American Indian on
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Antique Late 19th Century French Native American Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

21st century French Bronze Sculpture Signed Pierre Yves Tremois, 1980s
By Pierre-Yves Trémois
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful bas-relief bronze sculpture with a gilded patina representing a man in profile with a
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Vintage 1980s French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture "Tiger Walking" after Antoine-Louis Barye, Barbedienne
By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Antoine-Louis Barye
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ANTOINE-LOUIS BARYE French, 1795-1875 "Tigre Qui Marche" Dark brown patinated bronze Signed in
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Early 20th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Michel Claude Clodion, French Bronze Sculpture Titled, Bacchante Playing Cymbals
By Claude Michel Clodion
Located in Kingston, NY
sculpture stands on a gilt bronze circular base adorned with a pearl frieze. Measurement: 17 x 5 x 6 in
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Antique Early 1800s French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Rare 26” Georges Gardet “Desert Drama” Antique French Bronze Sculpture
By Georges Gardet
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GEORGES GARDET French, 1863-1939 "Le Drame au Désert" Patinated bronze Signed in cast "Georges
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20th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture of "Tunisian Water Carrier" by Marcel Debut
By Marcel Debut
Located in Shippensburg, PA
in his garment and burnished natural bronze in the pots. The sculpture was cast by the house of
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20th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture of Crouching Tiger by François Hippolyte Peyrol
By Francois Auguste Hippolyte Peyrol 1
Located in Shippensburg, PA
FRANÇOIS AUGUST HIPPOLYTE PEYROL French, 1856-1929 "Le Tigre à Laffut" Sand-cast bronze with
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20th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

“Love Conquers” French Bronze Sculpture by Felix Sanzel circa 1870
Located in Shippensburg, PA
sculpture that was commissioned by the French Government in 1867 for a price of 8,000 francs (approximately
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture “Tiger Devouring Gazelle” after Antoine-Louis Barye
By Antoine-Louis Barye
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ANTOINE-LOUIS BARYE French, 1795-1875 "Tigre Dévorant une Gazelle (second edition)" Medium-brown
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture "Reclining Greyhound" by Christophe Fratin, circa 1860
By Christophe Fratin 1
Located in Shippensburg, PA
"RECLINING GREYHOUND" BY CHRISTOPHE FRATIN (FRENCH, 1801-1864) Signed in naturalistic base "FRATIN
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture of a Stallion, PJ Mene (1810-1871)
Located in New York, NY
normande et son poulain, exhibited in wax at the 1868 Salon (no. 3749), and in bronze the following year
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Antique 1850s French Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Large French Bronze Sculpture After Michel Leonard Beguine (1855-1929)
By Michel-Léonard Béguine
Located in New York, NY
Large (41 inch tall) patinated bronze sculpture of a fairy with sceptre standing upon a globe after
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Rare French Bronze Sculpture “Crested Duck” by Henri Alfred Jacquemart
By Henri Alfred Marie Jacquemart
Located in Shippensburg, PA
HENRI ALFRED JACQUEMART French, 1824-1896 "Canard hubbé" Patinated bronze signed in base "A
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Circa 1880 Antique French Bronze Sculpture Bust by Eugene Aizelin
By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Eugene-Antoine Aizelin
Located in Shippensburg, PA
EUGENE AIZELIN French, 1821-1902 Bust of a Young Woman (1864) Patinated bronze raised on an
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Busts

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture Girl Playing Dice After Jean Jacques Pradier
Located in New York, NY
Lovely antique (19th century) French patinated bronze sculpture of a seated girl playing with dice
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Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture of Woman inscribed DALOU, cast by Susse Freres
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ROMANTIC ERA BRONZE MODEL OF A SLEEPING WOMAN French, 19th century Patinated lost-wax cast bronze
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Large 36” French Bronze Sculpture of Warrior “Vainqueur” by Eugene Marioton
By Eugene Marioton
Located in Shippensburg, PA
by the French sculptor Eugène Marioton, the sculpture is an evocative bronze that captures the heart
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20th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture Antique Bust of Greek Warrior, late 19th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
FRENCH SCHOOL 4th qtr, 19th century Bust of Greek Warrior Patinated bronze unsigned cast circa
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Busts

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Bronze

“Browsing Stag” 1843 Antique French Bronze Sculpture by Pierre Jules Mene
By Pierre Jules Mêne
Located in Shippensburg, PA
catalogue of models by Susse reproduced p. 472-475 *Bronze Sculpture of Les Animaliers, Jane Horswell
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Pair of French Bronze Sculptures Busts “Comedy & Tragedy” by Eugene Laurent
By Emmanuel Marcel Laurent
Located in Shippensburg, PA
EUGENE LAURENT French, 1832-1898 "Comedy & Tragedy" Patinated bronze on original black marble
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Busts

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Marble, Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture "Valet de Limier" by Pierre Jules Mene & Barbedienne
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PIERRE JULES MENE French, 1810-1879 "Valet de Limier" (1879) Patinated bronze Signed in cast
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

“Roaring Jaguar” Art Deco French Bronze Sculpture by Adolphe Geoffroy & Susse
By Adolphe-Louis-Victor Geoffroy, Susse Fondeur
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ADOLPHE LOUIS VICTOR GEOFFROY French, 1844-1915 "Panthére Rugissant" (Roaring Jaguar) Patinated
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Antique Late 19th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Bronze Sculpture Bas-Relief "Walking Leopard" after Antoine-Louis Barye
By Antoine-Louis Barye
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ANTOINE-LOUIS BARYE (AFTER) France, 1796-1875 "WALKING LEOPARD" (conceived 1831, cast circa 1890
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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

“Lutte pour la vie” Scarce French Bronze Sculpture by Edouard Drouot
Located in Shippensburg, PA
successful genre painter. He studied sculpture under the renowned Mathurin Moreau (French, 1822-1912) at the
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20th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Antique French Bronze Sculpture Of Ulysses After Jacques Bousseau
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent 19th century bronze of Ulysses stringing his bow on square base. After Jacques
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Antique 19th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Grand Tour French Bronze Sculpture Male Female Figure Clodion Barbediene
By Claude Michel Clodion
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptional example of a fine pair of chisel cast French Patinated Bronze Figures after Claude
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Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Busts

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Bronze, Ormolu

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French Bronze Sculptures For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of French bronze sculptures available for sale. Frequently made of metal, bronze and stone, all French bronze sculptures available were constructed with great care. We have 5099 antique and vintage French bronze sculptures in-stock, while there are 73 modern editions to choose from as well. French bronze sculptures have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. French bronze sculptures are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many French bronze sculptures are appealing in their simplicity, but F. Barbedienne Foundry, Antoine-Louis Barye and Pierre Jules Mêne produced popular French bronze sculptures that are worth a look.

How Much are French Bronze Sculptures?

French bronze sculptures can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,007, while the lowest priced sells for $123 and the highest can go for as much as $845,000.

Finding the Right Sculptures for You

Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.

A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.

Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?

When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.

Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.

Questions About French Bronze Sculptures
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Nataraja is the most famous of the Chola bronze sculptures. These pieces depict the god Shiva dancing joyfully. Shiva was the deity believed to protect the Chola dynasty. As a result, many artisans produced works depicting the god. Shop a range of bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, bronze sculptures are indeed cast. The sculptures are made by pouring the molten metal into a cast or mold, and leaving it to set. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of bronze sculptures from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Many artists are famous for bronze sculptures. Some well-known works include L’Homme Au Doigt by Alberto Giacometti, The Thinker by Auguste Rodin, the Baldachin of San Pedro by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, the Bronco Buster by Frederic Remington and David by Donatello. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze sculptures from some of the world's top galleries.
  • It means that the sculpture is made from bronze and not a resin
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a bronze sculpture is real, start by scratching the dark coating on the metal called the patina. If the mark appears reddish-gold to yellow in color, you likely have an authentic bronze piece. Black or gray indicates a replica. When you strike a bronze statue, it should produce a ringing sound. A thud or knocking sound likely means the piece is another type of metal. Find a collection of expertly vetted bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bronze will begin to patina as it ages, and is a great way to check the age of a bronze piece. Bronze generally uses copper as an alloy, which captures an underlying and beautiful pink color. You can also have a professional determine the age of your bronze sculpture. Shop a collection of antique bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    No one knows who produced the first bronze sculpture. The oldest known bronze statue, Dancing Girl, dates back to approximately 2500 BCE and was created in lost-wax casting by an unknown artist. It is said to have originated from the Indus Valley Civilization in what is now Pakistan. Shop a selection of bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To make his bronze sculptures, Alberto Giacometti first created the form and shape with clay and plaster. He would often revise his model many times before producing the final mold for the bronze. You'll find a collection of Alberto Giacometti art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, bronze sculptures may be worth something. The artist, age, size, subject matter and condition of sculptures all play a role in determining their value. Bronze pieces by well-known artists like Alberto Giacometti and Constantin Brâncuși have sold for millions in the past. If a sculpture doesn't have much value based on its artistic merit, historical importance or other characteristics, the bronze metal itself may have value as scrap metal. For a valuation of a particular piece, use the services of an experienced art dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze sculptures.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    The South Indian dynasty that was the most famous for bronze sculptures was the Chola dynasty, which lasted from the 300s BCE to 1279 CE. Artisans of the time produced sculptures for impressive temples like the Great Living Chola Temples in Tamil Nadu, which were constructed during the period. Find a range of bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of the most famous bronze sculptures by Auguste Rodin is “The Thinker,” a depiction of a male figure sitting on a rock, leaning over with his head resting on his chin in contemplation. Auguste Rodin was a French sculptor who many consider the founder of modern sculpture. Many of his pieces are popular in today’s art world. Browse a range of Auguste Rodin art from reputable sellers on 1stDibs.

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