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An Exceptional Bronze Sculpture of Joan of Arc by Oscar Ruffony
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An Exceptional Bronze Sculpture of Joan of Arc by Oscar Ruffony

1900 - 1920
Sold 12 November 2025 · Robert Belcher Antiques
This “Exceptional Bronze Sculpture of Joan of Arc by Oscar Ruffony” found a buyer.

It was listed by Robert Belcher Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

This superb bronze is cast with very fine detail. It depicts Joan of Arc in full medieval armour. Her hands are crossed over her sword, which she holds up to her heart and her head is tilted upwards in reverence.

She is wearing a laurel wreath around her head and at her feet are her pair of armoured gauntlets.

This very pleasing bronze study is fully signed on the reverse of the bronze base, Ruffony.

The figure is mounted and displayed on an original cut and polished green marble plinth. The original patina is in excellent condition and displays a mid brown to dark brown colour.

Swiss, circa 1920

Oscar Ruffony was born in 1874 in Magadino, Canton Ticino, Switzerland and died in 1946. During this time, he was renowned as a fine sculptor, producing many important works which were appreciated in collections by the general public and art lovers.

Height 22cm x width 7cm x depth 6.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Bronze Joan of Arc Sculpture to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1176197
Dealers Notes

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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Description
This superb bronze is cast with very fine detail. It depicts Joan of Arc in full medieval armour.
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Her hands are crossed over her sword, which she holds up to her heart and her head is tilted upwards in reverence.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. A cast bronze sculpture of Joan of Arc in full plate armour holding a sword, mounted on a green marble plinth.
fig 1. An Exceptional Bronze Sculpture of Joan of Arc by Oscar Ruffony

She is wearing a laurel wreath around her head and at her feet are her pair of armoured gauntlets.

This very pleasing bronze study is fully signed on the reverse of the bronze base, Ruffony.

The figure is mounted and displayed on an original cut and polished green marble plinth. The original patina is in excellent condition and displays a mid brown to dark brown colour.

fig 2. A cast bronze sculpture of Joan of Arc in full plate armour holding a sword, mounted on a green marble plinth.
fig 2. An Exceptional Bronze Sculpture of Joan of Arc by Oscar Ruffony

Swiss, circa 1920

Oscar Ruffony was born in 1874 in Magadino, Canton Ticino, Switzerland and died in 1946. During this time, he was renowned as a fine sculptor, producing many important works which were appreciated in collections by the general public and art lovers.

Height 22cm x width 7cm x depth 6.5cm

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Bronze Joan of Arc Sculpture to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1176197
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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Worcestershire
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A cast bronze sculpture of Joan of Arc in full plate armour holding a sword, mounted on a green marble plinth.
An exceptional bronze sculpture of Joan of Arc by Oscar Ruffony
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A cast bronze sculpture of Joan of Arc in full plate armour holding a sword, mounted on a green marble plinth.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBronze, Marble
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPlate armour, Holding sword, Draped hair, Rectangular plinth
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

Nineteenth-century bronze casting often utilised the lost-wax technique, allowing for intricate detail and high fidelity in reproducing classical and historical subjects.

These pieces are crafted from cast bronze and frequently feature a chemical patina ranging from warm brown to dark verdigris, often mounted on marble bases.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit proper foundry marks, artist signatures, natural patination consistent with age, and heavier construction than modern reproductions.

Placing the sculpture on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table introduces a focal point of historical texture that contrasts well with minimalist modern furnishings.

Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoid chemical cleaners or polishes, which can strip the protective historical patina from the metal surface.
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