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19th Century French Moreau Bronze Lady
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19th Century French Moreau Bronze Lady

19th century
Sold 4 February 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Fine late 19th century large size French bronze of a classical lady by Mathurin Moreau (1822 - 1912). This beautiful bronze sculpture is of great detail and retains a lovely colour and patination. Fully signed and marked. No damage.

Mathurin Moreau was a French sculptor born in Dijon in 1822. Mathurin came from a distinguished family of artists, studying initially under his father. In 1841 Mathurin entered the Ecole des Beaux-Arts, Paris, where he trained under Etienne-Jules Ramey and Augustin-Alexandre Dumont. He made his Salon debut in 1848 with Elegy (plaster, Dijon, Mus. B.-A.). In 1852 his Flower Fairy, exhibited at the Salon in plaster, was commissioned by the State in bronze (Dijon, Mus. B.-A.). At the 1861 Salon, his marble Spinner was also bought by the State, for the Musee du Luxembourg, Paris (version, Dijon. Mus. B.-A.).

SIZE; 6" diameter base by 17 1/2" tall

CIRCA; 1880 - 1900

Physical Dimensions
Height
44.5cm (17.52")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Bronze Sculpture Woman to the Victorian era.

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SA1013891
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Fine late 19th century large size French bronze of a classical lady by Mathurin Moreau (1822 - 1912). This beautiful bronze sculpture is of great detail and retains a lovely colour and patination. Fully signed and marked. No damage.

Mathurin Moreau was a French sculptor born in Dijon in 1822. Mathurin came from a distinguished family of artists, studying initially under his father.

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In 1841 Mathurin entered the Ecole des Beaux-Arts, Paris, where he trained under Etienne-Jules Ramey and Augustin-Alexandre Dumont.
Carse Antiques

He made his Salon debut in 1848 with Elegy (plaster, Dijon, Mus. B.-A.). In 1852 his Flower Fairy, exhibited at the Salon in plaster, was commissioned by the State in bronze (Dijon, Mus. B.-A.). At the 1861 Salon, his marble Spinner was also bought by the State, for the Musee du Luxembourg, Paris (version, Dijon. Mus. B.-A.).

SIZE; 6" diameter base by 17 1/2" tall

CIRCA; 1880 - 1900

Height
44.5cm (17.52")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Bronze Sculpture Woman to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1013891
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing woman holding a sickle and a bundle of wheat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century French Moreau Bronze Lady

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing woman holding a sickle and a bundle of wheat. View II
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Archive IX A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing woman holding a sickle and a bundle of wheat. View IX
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The Mill Room
Rait Antique Centre
Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing woman holding a sickle and a bundle of wheat.
19th Century French Moreau Bronze Lady
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing woman holding a sickle and a bundle of wheat.
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  • ObjectSculpture
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsFigurative realism, Agrarian attributes, Naturalistic base, Hand-applied patina
  • SizeH 44.5 cm (18 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

Nineteenth-century French bronze sculptures are characterised by their detailed figurative realism, often depicting allegorical subjects, mythological figures, or everyday agrarian life with sophisticated patination.

These pieces were traditionally produced using the lost-wax method or sand-casting technique, utilising high-quality bronze or regulated metal alloys finished with hand-applied patinas.

Authentic pieces typically feature crisp casting details, artist or foundry signatures inscribed directly into the base, appropriate age-related patination, and substantial weight consistent with metal alloy construction.

Such sculptures serve as focal points when placed on architectural mantels, dedicated sideboards, or console tables, contrasting against minimalist backdrops to highlight their texture and form.

Preservation involves dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding chemical polishes that can strip the original patina. Maintaining a stable indoor humidity level prevents oxidation damage.
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