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French Antique (1921) Bronze Statue, General J. Gallieni, Auguste Maillard
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French Antique (1921) Bronze Statue, General J. Gallieni, Auguste Maillard

1900 - 1920
Sold 21 February 2026 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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French antique (1921) bronze statue of General Joseph Gallieni by Auguste Maillard (1864-1944). Signed by the artist and cast by Alexis Rudier (Paris). 46cm high x 16cm wide x 12.5cm deep, weight 5kg. General Joseph Simon Gallieni (1849-1916) was a French military officer, active for most of his career as a military commander and administrator in the French colonies where he wrote several books on colonial affairs. He was recalled from retirement at the beginning of the First World War.

Excellent condition.

Auguste Maillard (1864-1944) was a French sculptor and medallist who trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, completing his training in the studio of Alexandre Falguière. He exhibited at the Salon de la Société des Artistes Français from 1885 and won a medal at the 1900 Universal Exhibition in Paris. He took part in the Universal Exhibition of 1904 in Saint-Louis, in the Universal Exhibition of Liège in 1905 and exhibited at the Salon d'hiver in 1942-1944.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Bronze Military Figurine to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA1184963
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AD720
Description
French antique (1921) bronze statue of General Joseph Gallieni by Auguste Maillard (1864-1944). Signed by the artist and cast by Alexis Rudier (Paris). 46cm high x 16cm wide x 12.5cm deep, weight 5kg. General Joseph Simon Gallieni (1849-1916) was a French military officer, active for most of his career as a military commander and administrator in the French colonies where he wrote several books on colonial affairs. He was recalled from retirement at the beginning of the First World War.
fig 1. A dark patinated bronze figurine of a standing military officer with a moustache, wearing a uniform and medals.
fig 1. French Antique (1921) Bronze Statue, General J. Gallieni, Auguste Maillard

Excellent condition.

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Auguste Maillard (1864-1944) was a French sculptor and medallist who trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, completing his training in the studio of Alexandre Falguière.
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He exhibited at the Salon de la Société des Artistes Français from 1885 and won a medal at the 1900 Universal Exhibition in Paris. He took part in the Universal Exhibition of 1904 in Saint-Louis, in the Universal Exhibition of Liège in 1905 and exhibited at the Salon d'hiver in 1942-1944.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Bronze Military Figurine to the 1920s.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1184963
Dealers Internal Ref
AD720
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A dark patinated bronze figurine of a standing military officer with a moustache, wearing a uniform and medals.
French Antique (1921) Bronze Statue, General J. Gallieni, Auguste Maillard
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A dark patinated bronze figurine of a standing military officer with a moustache, wearing a uniform and medals.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleBeaux-Arts
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMilitary uniform, Medals, Moustache, Rectangular plinth
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

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Early 20th-century French bronzes frequently commemorated military leaders, political figures, and historical events, reflecting the artistic and nationalistic sentiments of the period following the First World War.

Preservation involves dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally applying a microcrystalline wax to protect the patinated surface from moisture and oxidisation; abrasive cleaners must be strictly avoided.

A bronze statue serves as a focal point when placed on a mantelpiece, office desk, or bookshelf, adding historical depth and tactile contrast to contemporary minimalist or traditional design schemes.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the quality of the casting detail, the presence of an artist signature or foundry mark, natural patination consistent with age, and weight characteristics typical of solid cast bronze.

These pieces were typically produced using the lost-wax casting method, followed by hand-chasing to refine details and the application of a chemical patina to achieve the desired surface colouration and finish.
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