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French Bronze Bacchanal Grouping After Clodion
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French Bronze Bacchanal Grouping After Clodion

19th century
Sold by Cella
Sold 30 November 2025 · Cella
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Quite superb, fine quality French 19th century neoclassical patinated and gilt bronze ormolu mythical Bacchanal grouping of an estatic satyr and a nymph very much in the manner of Claude Michel (1738-1814), known as Clodion. The figures depicted in a dance with the nymph holding a vine wreath in her raised hand. On the ground are a cup, a decanter, a marotte and a tamborine. The Bacchanalia were Roman festivals for Bacchus/Dionysus the god of wine, freedom and intoxication to celebrate the grape harvest. Green marble column base with milled empire style ormolu decoration and block base with applied mounts. Possibly once adapted for a light. France, circa 1890.

Physical Dimensions
Height
52.5cm (20.67")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
19.5cm (7.68")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Bronze Bacchanal Sculpture to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1181888
Dealers Internal Reference
CA1038
Dealers Notes

Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

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Quite superb, fine quality French 19th century neoclassical patinated and gilt bronze ormolu mythical Bacchanal grouping of an estatic satyr and a nymph very much in the manner of Claude Michel (1738-1814), known as Clodion. The figures depicted in a dance with the nymph holding a vine wreath in her raised hand. On the ground are a cup, a decanter, a marotte and a tamborine.
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The Bacchanalia were Roman festivals for Bacchus/Dionysus the god of wine, freedom and intoxication to celebrate the grape harvest.
Cella

Green marble column base with milled empire style ormolu decoration and block base with applied mounts. Possibly once adapted for a light. France, circa 1890.

Height
52.5cm (20.67")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
19.5cm (7.68")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Bronze Bacchanal Sculpture to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181888
Dealers Internal Ref
CA1038
Cella
Cella
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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A patinated bronze figural group depicting a satyr and nymph on a cylindrical marble base with gilt bronze mounts.
French bronze Bacchanal grouping after Clodion
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A patinated bronze figural group depicting a satyr and nymph on a cylindrical marble base with gilt bronze mounts.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze, Marble, Ormolu
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFigural grouping, Mythological subjects, Draped garments, Cylindrical plinth
  • SizeH 52.5 cm (21 in) x W 17.5 cm (7 in) x D 19.5 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Claude Michel, known as Clodion, was an eighteenth-century French sculptor celebrated for his terracotta and bronze works depicting mythological subjects such as satyrs, nymphs, and bacchanalian revels.

These pieces are typically produced using the lost-wax casting method, featuring patinated or gilt bronze figures often mounted on shaped marble or ormolu plinths.

Authentic pieces exhibit fine chisel work and chasing on the metal surface, distinct foundry marks or signatures, consistent patination, and high-quality mounting to the base.

Position the piece as a focal point on a mantelpiece, a dedicated console, or a library desk to introduce classical weight, sculptural texture, and historical narrative to the space.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical cleaners, abrasives, or oils that can damage the historical patina or surface finish.
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