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A Large Pair of Bronze Figures

19th century
Description

A large pair of bronze figures one of pan and one of a boy.

Both signed Augustus Moreau 1834-1917.both mounted on marble bases.

height 29? or 74cms

base 10? or26cms

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Park Lodge Antiques has dated these Antique Bronze Putti Statues to the 19th Century.

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Description
A large pair of bronze figures one of pan and one of a boy.

Both signed Augustus Moreau 1834-1917.both mounted on marble bases.

height 29? or 74cms

base 10? or26cms

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Park Lodge Antiques has dated these Antique Bronze Putti Statues to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1069989
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A pair of antique patinated bronze figures depicting young boys on naturalistic bases mounted on rounded marble plinths.
A large pair of bronze figures
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A pair of antique patinated bronze figures depicting young boys on naturalistic bases mounted on rounded marble plinths.
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Putti figures, depicting winged or unwinged cherubic children, originated in classical antiquity and experienced a major revival during the Renaissance and 19th-century European art movements. Frequently depicted holding musical instruments or natural elements, these bronze figures were favoured as classical decorative accents for grand interior spaces.

Traditional bronze figures were cast using either the lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand-casting method to capture intricate anatomical detail. Following the casting process, craftsmen refined the surfaces through hand-chasing before applying a chemical patina and securing the sculpture to a polished marble or stone base.

Authentic period bronzes feature fine hand-chased surface details, precise casting seams, and realistic patination showing wear consistent with handling over time. Collectors also examine the piece for foundry stamps, maker signatures, and original mounting hardware on the underside of the stone plinth.

A pair of bronze figures provides symmetry and textural contrast when placed on a contemporary sideboard, fireplace mantelpiece, or console table. Displaying dark patinated bronzes against neutral or dark-painted backdrops emphasizes their sculptural form and historical craftsmanship.

Maintain bronze sculptures by dusting them regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth or a soft-bristled brush to clean intricate areas. Avoid liquid polish, chemical cleansers, or abrasives that alter the original patina, applying a sparse coat of clear microcrystalline wax occasionally for long-term surface protection.
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