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Excellent French (Early 20thc) Bronze Sculpture, 'Jeune Fille Agenouillée’, After Aristide Maillol
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Excellent French (Early 20thc) Bronze Sculpture, 'Jeune Fille Agenouillée’, After Aristide Maillol

1900 - 1920
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Lovely French (early 20thC) sculpture, 'Jeune fille agenouillée', after Aristide Maillol (1861-1944. Marble pedestal inscribed ‘Maillol’. 17cm high (25cm with base) x 8cm wide x 11.5cm deep, weight 3kg.

Excellent condition.

Aristide Joseph Bonaventure Maillol was a French Catalan sculptor, painter and printmaker. He began his career as a painter and developed an early interest in the decorative arts. From his early 40s Maillol primarily interested in sculpture and became one of the most famous sculptors of his time, his work being displayed in museums and galleries worldwide.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this French Bronze Female Sculpture to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1183812
Dealers Internal Reference
AD716
Description
Lovely French (early 20thC) sculpture, 'Jeune fille agenouillée', after Aristide Maillol (1861-1944. Marble pedestal inscribed ‘Maillol’. 17cm high (25cm with base) x 8cm wide x 11.5cm deep, weight 3kg.
fig 1. A dark brown patinated bronze sculpture depicting a kneeling female figure, mounted on a solid black rectangular base.
fig 1. Excellent French (Early 20thc) Bronze Sculpture, 'Jeune Fille Agenouillée’, After Aristide Maillol

Excellent condition.

Aristide Joseph Bonaventure Maillol was a French Catalan sculptor, painter and printmaker. He began his career as a painter and developed an early interest in the decorative arts.

From his early 40s Maillol primarily interested in sculpture and became one of the most famous sculptors of his time, his work being displayed in museums and galleries worldwide.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this French Bronze Female Sculpture to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1183812
Dealers Internal Ref
AD716
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Archive I A dark brown patinated bronze sculpture depicting a kneeling female figure, mounted on a solid black rectangular base.

Excellent French (early 20thC) Bronze Sculpture, 'Jeune Fille Agenouillée’, after Aristide Maillol

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A dark brown patinated bronze sculpture depicting a kneeling female figure, mounted on a solid black rectangular base.
Excellent French (early 20thC) Bronze Sculpture, 'Jeune Fille Agenouillée’, after Aristide Maillol
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A dark brown patinated bronze sculpture depicting a kneeling female figure, mounted on a solid black rectangular base.
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During the early twentieth century, French sculptors moved away from intricate Victorian ornamentation towards simplified forms, smooth contours, and classical proportions. Influenced by artists like Aristide Maillol, pieces from this period emphasize mass, balance, and serene human postures.

These sculptures were typically produced using the lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand casting methods. High-quality bronze alloys were cast, hand-chased to refine details, and finished with chemical patinas before being mounted onto marble, stone, or timber plinths.

Authentic period bronzes exhibit significant physical weight, natural surface oxidation within recessed areas, and smooth foundry marks or signatures. Inspecting the underside reveals casting seams, core remnant evidence, or specific mounting hardware consistent with period manufacturing.

Position the sculpture on a solid surface such as a mantelpiece, sideboard, or dedicated pedestal to highlight its silhouette. Directional lighting, such as a low-voltage spotlight, enhances the contrast of the patinated metal surface against neutral backdrops.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth or a natural bristle brush. To preserve the original patina, apply a thin layer of clear microcrystalline wax annually and buff gently; avoid moisture, chemical cleaners, and abrasive materials.
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