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French Bronze Bust of Ajax, After Pierre Puget, 19th C.
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French Bronze Bust of Ajax, After Pierre Puget, 19th C.

19th century
Sold 28 August 2024 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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A fine and large bronze bust of Ajax, or Menelaus, after Pierre Puget, 19th Century. The patinated bronze, with gilt highlights, modelled after the head and shoulders of the figure, ‘Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus’, currently in the Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence.

He wears a Classical helmet cast with Satyrs and Mythical beasts. His shoulders covered by a robe, held by a circular gilt clasp.

Set upon the original square pedestal socle.

An excellent quality casting, with finely detailed chiselling, beneath the original patination.

Signed ‘P. Puget’ to the edge of the base.

Height – 43.2 cm, 17”.

Width – 23 cm, 9”.

Depth – 16 cm, 6 1/5”.

Condition – Excellent, original condition.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Bronze Bust of Ajax to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43.2cm (17.01")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079638
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A fine and large bronze bust of Ajax, or Menelaus, after Pierre Puget, 19th Century.
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The patinated bronze, with gilt highlights, modelled after the head and shoulders of the figure, ‘Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus’, currently in the Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence.
Philip Carrol Antiques
fig 1. A patinated bronze bust of a bearded male figure wearing a decorated helmet, mounted on a square plinth base against a plain background.
fig 1. French Bronze Bust of Ajax, After Pierre Puget, 19th C.

He wears a Classical helmet cast with Satyrs and Mythical beasts. His shoulders covered by a robe, held by a circular gilt clasp.

Set upon the original square pedestal socle.

An excellent quality casting, with finely detailed chiselling, beneath the original patination.

Signed ‘P. Puget’ to the edge of the base.

Height – 43.2 cm, 17”.

Width – 23 cm, 9”.

Depth – 16 cm, 6 1/5”.

Condition – Excellent, original condition.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Bronze Bust of Ajax to the 19th Century.

Height
43.2cm (17.01")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079638
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Philip Carrol Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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A patinated bronze bust of a bearded male figure wearing a decorated helmet, mounted on a square plinth base against a plain background.
French bronze bust of Ajax, after Pierre Puget, 19th C.
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A patinated bronze bust of a bearded male figure wearing a decorated helmet, mounted on a square plinth base against a plain background.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsClassical helmet, Bearded male visage, Draped garment, Square plinth base
  • SizeH 43.2 cm (17 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth century French casts after masters like Pierre Puget reflect a deep 19th-century revival interest in classical mythology and Baroque dynamism, often produced by skilled foundries for domestic display.

These pieces were typically crafted using the lost-wax method (cire perdue) or sand casting, utilising high-copper alloy bronze finished with chemical patination to achieve deep tones.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit crisp chisel work, natural patination consistent with age, proper foundry marks, and heavier relative weight due to solid or thick-walled cast construction.

Place the piece on a heavy wooden mantelpiece or a dark timber bookcase to anchor the space with classical weight and provide a sophisticated historical contrast.

Maintain antique bronze by gently dusting with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding chemical polishes that strip the historic patination, and keeping the object away from excessive moisture.
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