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French Bronze by Jules Dalou, Susse Freres
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French Bronze by Jules Dalou, Susse Freres

1900 - 1920
Description

Small, green patinated, french Bronze sculpture entitled ‘Porteuse de Lait’ by Jules Dalou, cast by Susse Freres, modelled as a young woman carrying a milk churn.

Marks to base - Dalou, Cire Perdue, Susse Fes Edts Paris, Susse cachet, and number 3.

Model number 223, Jules Dalou le Sculpteur de la Republique by Amelie Simier

Excellent condition throughout.

11cm(H) x 6cm(W) x 5.8cm(D) 280gms

36/368 £895

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
5.8cm (2.28")
Declaration

Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this Jules Dalou Bronze Sculpture to the 1910s.

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SA1028524
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36/368
Description
Small, green patinated, french Bronze sculpture entitled ‘Porteuse de Lait’ by Jules Dalou, cast by Susse Freres, modelled as a young woman carrying a milk churn.

Marks to base - Dalou, Cire Perdue, Susse Fes Edts Paris, Susse cachet, and number 3.

fig 1. A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base.
fig 1. French Bronze by Jules Dalou, Susse Freres

Model number 223, Jules Dalou le Sculpteur de la Republique by Amelie Simier

Excellent condition throughout.

11cm(H) x 6cm(W) x 5.8cm(D) 280gms

36/368 £895

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
5.8cm (2.28")
Date of Manufacture

Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this Jules Dalou Bronze Sculpture to the 1910s.

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SA1028524
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A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base.
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Archive I A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base.

French Bronze by Jules Dalou, Susse Freres

Archive II A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base. View II
Archive III A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base. View III
Archive IV A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base. View IV
Archive V A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base. View V
Archive VI A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base. View VI
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Archive IX A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base. View IX
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A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base.
French Bronze by Jules Dalou, Susse Freres
Ref: SA1028524
A dark green patinated bronze figurine depicting a draped female figure holding a jug, set upon an integral naturalistic base.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style19th Century French Realism
  • MaterialPatinated Bronze
  • ColourDark Greenish Brown
  • MotifsDraped figural form, Integral naturalistic base, Textured patination, Foundry seal impression
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 5.8 cm (2 in)

This small French bronze sculpture from 1910 depicts a young woman carrying a milk churn in the style of 19th Century French Realism. Fashioned from patinated bronze, the piece displays a dark greenish-brown surface with a textured finish, showing a draped figural form set upon an integral naturalistic base. The figure leans forward, supporting the large container against her body, while her dress falls in soft folds around her legs. Markings and stamps are visible around the base edge. Standing at 11 cm high, 6 cm wide, and 5.8 cm deep, the sculpture is compact in scale. Placed on a mantelpiece or within a gentleman's library, it adds a classical sculptural element to an interior surface today.

FAQs

Nineteenth-century French bronze sculpture is defined by meticulous craftsmanship, executed via lost-wax or sand-casting methods, capturing naturalistic detail and human emotion. Prominent Parisian foundries collaborated with master sculptors to produce authorized reductions of notable works for art collectors.

Sculptures were cast from a molten copper-tin alloy poured into custom moulds, followed by extensive hand-chasing to refine surface textures. Chemical solutions were applied with heat to create specific patinas ranging from deep dark brown to oxidized green tones.

Authentic period bronzes generally feature cold-stamped foundry marks, artist signatures, or batch numbers inscribed into the base. The sharpness of the hand-chased details, structural weight, and age-consistent surface patination further assist in identification.

A bronze statuette creates a refined focal point when placed on a mahogany desk, bookshelf, or marble mantelpiece. Direct, warm directional lighting enhances the subtle tonal variations and textural relief of the patinated surface.

Dust the bronze regularly using a dry microfibre cloth or soft bristle brush to clear debris from recessed areas. A light coat of neutral microcrystalline wax applied annually will preserve the surface finish from moisture and environmental oxidisation.
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