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A 19th Century French Bronze Figure of a Boatman
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

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A 19th Century French Bronze Figure of a Boatman

19th century
Description

A 19th century French bronze figure of a boatman. Beautifully modeled and of large scale the bronze has a lovely patinated surface. The boatman carries a pair of oars and a life ring and it bears the mark "Bronze garanti au titre L.V. Deposee" 760mm high, 220mm wide and 390mm deep. French. Circa 1870.

The term "L.V. Deposee Guaranteed Bronze" can be seen on many bronze objects, sculptures and other works of art, and is often associated with a certain quality or authenticity. L.V. means "Victorian Bond", which was a casting technique developed by Victorien Lefebvre and used to produce high quality bronze objects. It was introduced in 1853 by French patent law and appeared on many bronzes produced in France from that time on.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Declaration

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this French Bronze Boatman Sculpture to the 1870s.

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SA1014112
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Description
A 19th century French bronze figure of a boatman. Beautifully modeled and of large scale the bronze has a lovely patinated surface. The boatman carries a pair of oars and a life ring and it bears the mark "Bronze garanti au titre L.V. Deposee" 760mm high, 220mm wide and 390mm deep. French. Circa 1870.

The term "L.V.

“
Deposee Guaranteed Bronze" can be seen on many bronze objects, sculptures and other works of art, and is often associated with a certain quality or authenticity.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

L.V. means "Victorian Bond", which was a casting technique developed by Victorien Lefebvre and used to produce high quality bronze objects. It was introduced in 1853 by French patent law and appeared on many bronzes produced in France from that time on.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this French Bronze Boatman Sculpture to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1014112
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07712 651231
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Unit 1
Warren Farm Stables
Sundridge
Nr Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 6EE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A dark brown patinated bronze figure of a bare-chested boatman standing on a rocky base, holding two oars over his shoulder and a lifebuoy ring.
A 19th century French bronze figure of a boatman
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A dark brown patinated bronze figure of a bare-chested boatman standing on a rocky base, holding two oars over his shoulder and a lifebuoy ring.
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French bronzes from the 19th century frequently portrayed maritime workers, tradespeople, or allegorical figures, captured with realistic anatomical detail and cast using lost-wax or sand-casting techniques.

These sculptures were cast in bronze alloy and treated with chemical patinas to achieve rich brown, dark green, or black surface colours, mounted onto integrated bronze or marble bases.

Authentic period pieces display consistent weight, foundry stamps or maker signatures, hand-finished chasing details, and natural surface wear on the patination corresponding to age.

Place the sculpture on a wooden desk, mantelpiece, or bookshelf alongside antique books or framed architectural drawings to introduce texture and historical interest.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a thin layer of microcrystalline wax annually to protect the original patination from oxidation.
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