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Pierre Louis Détrier Bronze Shepherdess
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Pierre Louis Détrier Bronze Shepherdess

19th century
Description

A magnificent bronze sculpture by Pierre Louis Détrier, depicting a shepherdess with lambs, in excellent condition and featuring exquisite patination. The shepherdess is beautifully detailed, with striking facial features and intricate craftsmanship in her attire. This remarkable piece rests on a bronze base, complete with the artist's signature and a plaque displaying the title of the work.

Pierre Louis Détrier (French, 1822-1897)

Born in Vougécourt, France on July 25th of 1822, Pierre-Louis Détrier was a student of Paul Raymond Gayrard and he made his debut at Salon in 1866. He was recognized for his work in bronze, clay, and marble

Physical Dimensions
Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique French Bronze Sculpture to the Victorian era.

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SA1062329
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SAI3327
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A magnificent bronze sculpture by Pierre Louis Détrier, depicting a shepherdess with lambs, in excellent condition and featuring exquisite patination.
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The shepherdess is beautifully detailed, with striking facial features and intricate craftsmanship in her attire.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

This remarkable piece rests on a bronze base, complete with the artist's signature and a plaque displaying the title of the work.

fig 1. A 19th-century French bronze sculpture depicting a young shepherdess holding a bird beside a lamb on a circular base.
fig 1. Pierre Louis Détrier Bronze Shepherdess

Pierre Louis Détrier (French, 1822-1897)

Born in Vougécourt, France on July 25th of 1822, Pierre-Louis Détrier was a student of Paul Raymond Gayrard and he made his debut at Salon in 1866. He was recognized for his work in bronze, clay, and marble

Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique French Bronze Sculpture to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1062329
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3327
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A 19th-century French bronze sculpture depicting a young shepherdess holding a bird beside a lamb on a circular base.
Pierre Louis Détrier Bronze Shepherdess
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Nineteenth-century French bronze sculptures are defined by high-level foundry craftsmanship, realistic anatomical detailing, and classical or pastoral subject matter. Foundries during this era utilised lost-wax and sand-casting techniques to create finely detailed decorative figures.

These sculptures were typically cast in bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, using sand casting or the lost-wax method. Once cast, artisans applied hand-chasing to refine surface textures before applying chemical patination to establish the final colour tone.

Authentic pieces often feature crisp detail from hand-chasing, foundry marks, or sculptor signatures cast directly into the base or plate. Age-appropriate oxidation and wear in high-touch areas further indicate historical production.

Place the sculpture on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table against a neutral backdrop to highlight its silhouette and patinated surface. Pairing cast metal figures with natural wood or stone creates balanced textural contrast.

Dust regularly using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfibre cloth. Avoid chemical polish, solvent cleaners, and water, which strip the delicate patination; a thin coat of microcrystalline wax can be applied periodically to preserve the finish.
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