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Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne
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Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne

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A fine quality 19th century French bronze of Henry IVth of France as a young man after Francois J Bosio (1768-1845), stamped Barbedienne.

The figure of young Henry is depicted in traditional dress holding his sword in his left hand and leaning against a tree trunk.

Henry IVth of France, often referred to as the 'good King', was born in 1553 and died in 1610, he became King of Navarre in 1572 after the death of his mother.

This bronze is a reduction cast by the famous Parisian foundry F. Barbedienne, founded in 1838, and bears their signature and also the Collas reduction stamp.

The Barbedienne foundry was set up in 1838 by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Achille Collas, Collas invented a machine to create smaller bronze figures from statues of Greek & Roman origin in particular. The foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists, two of the most famous being Barye and Rodin.

This bronze is in very good condition with a good patina and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 19.5'' / 49.5cm

Width: 7'' / 18cm

Depth: 9.25'' / 23.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
23.5cm (9.25")
Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this French Bronze Henry IV to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1160279
Dealers Internal Reference
LVS744
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A fine quality 19th century French bronze of Henry IVth of France as a young man after Francois J Bosio (1768-1845), stamped Barbedienne.
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The figure of young Henry is depicted in traditional dress holding his sword in his left hand and leaning against a tree trunk.
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fig 1. A dark brown patinated bronze standing figure of young Henry IV of France dressed in detailed Renaissance attire atop a square plinth.
fig 1. Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne

Henry IVth of France, often referred to as the 'good King', was born in 1553 and died in 1610, he became King of Navarre in 1572 after the death of his mother.

This bronze is a reduction cast by the famous Parisian foundry F. Barbedienne, founded in 1838, and bears their signature and also the Collas reduction stamp.

fig 2. A dark brown patinated bronze standing figure of young Henry IV of France dressed in detailed Renaissance attire atop a square plinth.
fig 2. Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne

The Barbedienne foundry was set up in 1838 by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Achille Collas, Collas invented a machine to create smaller bronze figures from statues of Greek & Roman origin in particular. The foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists, two of the most famous being Barye and Rodin.

This bronze is in very good condition with a good patina and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 19.5'' / 49.5cm

Width: 7'' / 18cm

Depth: 9.25'' / 23.5cm

Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
23.5cm (9.25")
Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this French Bronze Henry IV to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1160279
Dealers Internal Ref
LVS744
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A dark brown patinated bronze standing figure of young Henry IV of France dressed in detailed Renaissance attire atop a square plinth.
Fine quality late 19th century French bronze of Henry IVth of France, stamped Barbedienne
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRenaissance doublet, Ruff collar, Square bronze plinth, Tree trunk support
  • SizeH 49.5 cm (19 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 23.5 cm (9 in)

This late 19th century French bronze sculpture depicts a young Henry IV of France standing upon a square bronze plinth. The figure wears traditional Renaissance attire comprising a doublet with slashed sleeves, a ruffled collar, and a belted tunic with pleated skirting, while holding a sword hilt in his left hand and leaning against a textured tree trunk support. The dark brown patinated cast bears the stamp of the Parisian foundry F. Barbedienne alongside the Collas reduction mark. Measuring 49.5 cm high, 18 cm wide, and 23.5 cm deep, this piece makes a distinguished addition to a gentleman's library or study. Positioned on a mantelpiece or a display surface, the sculpture brings historical character to an interior scheme. The metal surface displays an even, polished dark brown finish across the youthful facial features, smooth limbs, and intricate folds of the historical garments. The standing posture directs the gaze toward the detailed period clothing and the naturalistic form of the stump support below. Maintenance requires only gentle dusting to preserve the patinated surface integrity within a domestic setting.

FAQs

Foundries such as Barbedienne employed lost-wax or sand-casting techniques, frequently using the Achille Collas mechanical reduction pantograph to reproduce original models at scaled dimensions. Cast bronze pieces were meticulously cold-chased by hand to refine surface detail before applying chemical patinations to achieve warm brown hues.

Authentic castings typically bear a stamped foundry mark reading F. Barbedienne, Fondeur or F. Barbedienne, often accompanied by a circular Collas mechanical reduction seal. High-grade chasing work on clothing details, substantial weight, and consistent wear across the patinated finish further indicate period authenticity.

A patinated bronze sculpture functions as a focal point when placed on a stone fireplace mantelpiece, a dark wood bookcase, or a contemporary console table. Juxtaposing the historical detail of the bronze against clean, minimalist modern backdrops creates strong visual balance.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a natural bristle brush to reach detailed crevices. Avoid water, abrasive cleaners, and liquid chemical polishes, applying a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax once a year to protect the original patina from oxidisation.

During the 19th century in France, the Renaissance Revival movement spurred interest in bronzes depicting historical royalty and military commanders, such as Henry IV. Major Parisian foundries produced these figurative sculptures to satisfy contemporary demand for historical portraiture and national heritage items.
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