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Late 19th Cent. Pair of Bronze Putti Groups on Marble Bases, After Clodion French, C. 1890
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Late 19th Cent. Pair of Bronze Putti Groups on Marble Bases, After Clodion French, C. 1890

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Superb pair of late 19th Cent. bronze groups depicting two putti Both set on oval Sienna marble bases. They both have two putti that appear to be playing, one is a bacchanal scene, whilst the other depicts one showing the other a nest with eggs inside, surrounded by flowers. Exquisite carving.

French, Circa 1890. After Claude Michel Clodion

Condition: Very good condition

Dimensions: Overall: 28 Cms Width x 22 Cms Depth x 26 Cms Height

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
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Judy Fox Antiques has dated these French Bronze Putti Sculptures to the 1890s.

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JF 325
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Superb pair of late 19th Cent. bronze groups depicting two putti Both set on oval Sienna marble bases.
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They both have two putti that appear to be playing, one is a bacchanal scene, whilst the other depicts one showing the other a nest with eggs inside, surrounded by flowers.
Judy Fox Antiques

Exquisite carving.

French, Circa 1890. After Claude Michel Clodion

Condition: Very good condition

Dimensions: Overall: 28 Cms Width x 22 Cms Depth x 26 Cms Height

Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated these French Bronze Putti Sculptures to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1069099
Dealers Internal Ref
JF 325
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
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We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

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Rococo Revival bronze sculptures of the late nineteenth century frequently feature playful classical subjects, such as putti or cherubs engaged in Bacchanalian scenes. Inspired by eighteenth-century masters like Claude Michel (Clodion), these works emphasise movement, asymmetrical compositions, and fine surface chasing.

These sculptures were typically cast using the lost-wax or sand-casting method before being hand-chased to detail features such as hair and foliage. The finished bronzes were given a dark chemical patina and mounted onto carved marble bases using threaded iron rods secured beneath.

Authentic nineteenth-century castings exhibit sharp detail from post-cast chasing, substantial weight, and an even patina with age-appropriate wear. Markings or signatures incised into the bronze base often reference Clodion, but verification relies on examining casting quality, seam lines, and mounting hardware.

Placing a pair of dark bronze figures on a marble mantelpiece, sideboard top, or formal bookshelf creates a focal point. The rich tone of the bronze and reddish marble contrast cleanly against minimalist backdrops, painted walls, or dark woodwork.

Dust the bronze regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or light brush, avoiding chemical cleaners that can alter the patina. A light application of neutral microcrystalline wax can be applied sparingly to protect the bronze finish, while marble bases should be wiped clean with a slightly damp cloth.
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