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A Large Pair of Antique Electrotype Bronze Figures by C Dopmeyer.
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A Large Pair of Antique Electrotype Bronze Figures by C Dopmeyer.

19th century
Description

This large and impressive pair of late 19th-century electrotype bronze figures depicting medieval workmen. One is a road worker with a pickaxe, the other a blacksmith with a large hammer. They are both wearing the typical costume of the period.

Both figures are in good condition with a mid-brown patination.

Electrotypes were developed in the late 19th century as an alternative method of producing bronze in plaster and then building up a skin of bronze or copper with an electroplating process, similar to silver plating but much thicker. These pieces are quite rare, particularly at this large size.

Signed C Dopmeyer 1894.

Carl Dopmeyer was born October 24th, 1824 in Springe and died November 9th, 1899 in Hannover and was a German sculptor.

Height 50.5cm x width 17cm x depth 14.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
50.5cm (19.88")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Electrotype Bronze Figures to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121509
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Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

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This large and impressive pair of late 19th-century electrotype bronze figures depicting medieval workmen. One is a road worker with a pickaxe, the other a blacksmith with a large hammer. They are both wearing the typical costume of the period.
fig 1. A pair of patinated electrotype bronze figures depicting historic tradesmen standing on rectangular plinths.
fig 1. A Large Pair of Antique Electrotype Bronze Figures by C Dopmeyer.

Both figures are in good condition with a mid-brown patination.

Electrotypes were developed in the late 19th century as an alternative method of producing bronze in plaster and then building up a skin of bronze or copper with an electroplating process, similar to silver plating but much thicker. These pieces are quite rare, particularly at this large size.

Signed C Dopmeyer 1894.

Carl Dopmeyer was born October 24th, 1824 in Springe and died November 9th, 1899 in Hannover and was a German sculptor.
Robert Belcher Antiques

Height 50.5cm x width 17cm x depth 14.5cm

Height
50.5cm (19.88")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Electrotype Bronze Figures to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121509
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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A pair of patinated electrotype bronze figures depicting historic tradesmen standing on rectangular plinths.
A large pair of antique electrotype Bronze figures by C Dopmeyer.
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A pair of patinated electrotype bronze figures depicting historic tradesmen standing on rectangular plinths.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Electrotyping developed in the nineteenth century as an electrochemical method to replicate detailed sculptures and reliefs. The process allowed sculptors and foundries to produce precise copper reproductions that were subsequently patinated to resemble solid cast bronze.

Electrotypes consist of a shell of pure copper deposited electronically into a matrix mould. This shell is frequently reinforced internally with resin, plaster, or metallic alloys and finished with a surface chemical patina to imitate classic bronze.

Authentic pieces exhibit sharp surface detail owing to the electro-deposition process and often show subtle join lines along the cast seams. Stamped foundry marks, sculptor signatures, and a non-ferrous, uniform core construction also indicate period origins.

Pairing dark metal figures with natural wood surfaces, modern shelving, or minimalist consoles creates a sophisticated focal point. Their dark tone complements dark academia, traditional library, or transitional interior schemes.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a natural bristle brush. Avoid abrasive metal polishes or chemical solvents, applying a thin coat of microcrystalline wax annually to protect the delicate patina.
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