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Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870
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Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870

19th century
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Description

This is a superb antique gilt bronze, malachite desk stand sculpture of Hamlet, circa 1870 in date.

This exceptionally executed sculpture is in the novelty form of a gilt bronze figure of Hamlet raised on an ormolu mounted malachite column.

 

 This unusual piece is highly collectible and decorative.

It is a true piece of artwork which is sure to get noticed wherever it is displayed.

Condition:

In really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 15 cm x Width 5 cm x Depth 5 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 6 inches x Width 2 inches x Depth 2 inches

Malachite is an opaque, green banded mineral. It is believed to be a strong protector of children. It protects the wearer from accidents and protects travellers. Malachite has been used to aid success in business and protect against undesirable business associations. It is a stone of balance in relationships.

Malachite is always green, usually in banded tones varying from very dark green to a mellow green. Malachite has been mined in large quantities from the Urals in Russia, in Africa (Congo, Gabon, Zambia, Namibia), Mexico, Australia, Israel, Lyon in France and Arizona in the United States.

Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used malachite for jewellery and ground it to use as eye shadow. It is used in amulets to protect against the evil eye. In the Middle Ages it was used to protect children from witches and other dangers.

Our reference: A4325

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Hamlet Sculpture to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1126597
Dealers Internal Reference
A4325
Description
This is a superb antique gilt bronze, malachite desk stand sculpture of Hamlet, circa 1870 in date.
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This exceptionally executed sculpture is in the novelty form of a gilt bronze figure of Hamlet raised on an ormolu mounted malachite column.
Regent Antiques
fig 1. A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases.
fig 1. Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870

 

 This unusual piece is highly collectible and decorative.

It is a true piece of artwork which is sure to get noticed wherever it is displayed.

Condition:

In really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.

fig 2. A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases.
fig 2. Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870

Dimensions in cm:

Height 15 cm x Width 5 cm x Depth 5 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 6 inches x Width 2 inches x Depth 2 inches

Malachite is an opaque, green banded mineral. It is believed to be a strong protector of children. It protects the wearer from accidents and protects travellers. Malachite has been used to aid success in business and protect against undesirable business associations. It is a stone of balance in relationships.

fig 3. A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases.
fig 3. Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870

Malachite is always green, usually in banded tones varying from very dark green to a mellow green. Malachite has been mined in large quantities from the Urals in Russia, in Africa (Congo, Gabon, Zambia, Namibia), Mexico, Australia, Israel, Lyon in France and Arizona in the United States.

fig 4. A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases.
fig 4. Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870

Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used malachite for jewellery and ground it to use as eye shadow. It is used in amulets to protect against the evil eye. In the Middle Ages it was used to protect children from witches and other dangers.

Our reference: A4325

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Hamlet Sculpture to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1126597
Dealers Internal Ref
A4325
Regent Antiques
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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Archive I A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases.

Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870

Archive II A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View II
Archive III A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View III
Archive IV A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View IV
Archive V A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View V
Archive VI A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View VI
Archive VII A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View VII
Archive VIII A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View VIII
Archive IX A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases. View IX
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A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases.
Antique Continental Gilt Bronze Malachite Sculpture Hamlet C 1870
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A gilt bronze statuette of Hamlet holding a skull, positioned atop a square green malachite pedestal with stepped gilt bases.
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During the nineteenth century, European foundries produced small-scale gilt bronze statuettes depicting literary, historical, and theatrical characters to meet demand from private collectors. Figures depicting characters such as Shakespeares Hamlet reflected the eras engagement with classical drama and romanticism.

These sculptures were produced using lost-wax or sand casting techniques, followed by hand-chasing to refine fine details. The bronze was gilded using mercury or electroplating, while the pedestals were constructed using veneered malachite sections mounted over marble or metal cores with gilt trim.

Authentic pieces feature sharp hand-chased surface details on the bronze, along with natural gilding wear around high-contact edges. Genuine malachite pedestals exhibit characteristic concentric mineral banding and historic threaded metal rod assemblies visible beneath the base.

A small bronze statuette provides visual focus when placed on a dark wood mantelpiece, a marble console table, or amidst books on an office shelf. The contrast between green malachite and metallic gilding complements both traditional and minimalist interior palettes.

Remove surface dust using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or camel-hair brush, avoiding chemical cleansers or abrasive polishes that strip gilding. Malachite must be kept dry and away from acidic solutions or direct heat to prevent dulling its polished surface.
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