Antique Bronze Female Sculpture 19th Century

Name: An Elegant 19th Century Bronze Female Nude
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1058674
Price: 575 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSculptures
Period19th century
StyleNeoclassical
MaterialBronze, Marble
ColourBronze Brown
MotifsRaised arms, naturalistic human form, turned circular plinth
SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This nineteenth-century French Neoclassical sculpture depicts a standing female nude with raised arms, modelled in bronze with a bronze brown finish and set upon a dark green marble socle. The piece stands 38 cm high, 12 cm wide, and 12 cm deep. Details include a turned circular plinth with multiple mouldings, a naturalistic human form with long flowing hair, and expressive hand gestures. Placed on a mantelpiece or within a gentleman's library, this bronze sculpture brings classic style to a home. The dark green marble base provides a solid foundation for the dynamic figure, while the rich bronze patination catches the light across the curves of the body. The object remains unsigned, maintaining its original presentation.

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Dust the sculpture regularly with a clean, dry brush or lint-free cloth. To protect the patina from moisture and oxidation, apply a thin coat of microcrystalline wax occasionally, avoiding harsh chemicals, liquid cleaners, or abrasive polishes.

A bronze sculpture functions as a focal point when placed on a fireplace mantelpiece, bookshelf, or sideboard. Positioning the figure against a neutral wall or near directional lighting emphasizes the metallic patina and dark contours of the bronze.

Authentic pieces display detailed hand-chasing, precise anatomical proportioning, and a natural, chemically developed patina rather than surface paint. Collectors also look for structural weight, foundry marks, sculptor inscriptions, and period-appropriate mounting methods on the plinth.

These sculptures were created using molten copper alloys poured into detailed sand or lost-wax moulds. Once cooled, the bronze was hand-chased to refine surface details, treated with chemical compounds to create a patina, and securely mounted onto a turned marble or stone base.

During the 19th century, bronze sculptures of female nudes were strongly influenced by Classical antiquity and French Academic art. Artists used figurative studies to demonstrate technical mastery of human anatomy, balance, and expression, often producing figures using lost-wax or sand-casting techniques.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

An Elegant 19th Century Bronze Female Nude

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