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Antique Bronze Bust of a 1920s South American Man 63cm High
Robert Belcher Antiques
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Antique Bronze Bust of a 1920s South American Man 63cm High

1900 - 1920
Description

This most unusual, almost life sized, heavily cast bronze bust depicts a very smart, most likely South American gentleman dressed in a double breasted suit jacket with a shirt and tie. He is a relatively young man with strong, handsome features and a neatly cut full head of hair.

The bronze sculpture is not signed or titled and having spent time trying to research the subject, we are not close to identifying him. Please let us know if you can identify the subject.

The bronze appears to have been on public display, as it has a very pleasing surface but shows exposure and handling with a mid brown colour.

This very decorative and rare bronze bust offers a fine addition, giving a good interior look for a home or commercial environment.

Circa 1920

Height 63cm x width 50cm x depth 30cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Portrait Bust to the 1920s.

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SA1205355
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

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This most unusual, almost life sized, heavily cast bronze bust depicts a very smart, most likely South American gentleman dressed in a double breasted suit jacket with a shirt and tie. He is a relatively young man with strong, handsome features and a neatly cut full head of hair.
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The bronze sculpture is not signed or titled and having spent time trying to research the subject, we are not close to identifying him.
Robert Belcher Antiques

Please let us know if you can identify the subject.

fig 1. A cast bronze portrait bust depicting a gentleman in a suit jacket and tie, resting on a pedestal base with a square plinth.
fig 1. Antique Bronze Bust of a 1920s South American Man 63cm High

The bronze appears to have been on public display, as it has a very pleasing surface but shows exposure and handling with a mid brown colour.

This very decorative and rare bronze bust offers a fine addition, giving a good interior look for a home or commercial environment.

Circa 1920

Height 63cm x width 50cm x depth 30cm

Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Portrait Bust to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205355
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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Bronze portrait busts gained prominence during the early 20th century as formal visual records for notable individuals and private collections. Influenced by traditional figurative sculpture and emerging Art Deco realism, these works documented clothing styles, facial features, and personal character with precision.

Bronze sculptures are generally created using the lost-wax casting technique (cire perdue) or sand casting methods. Following casting, the metal is chased by hand to sharpen details before chemical patination is applied to produce a protective dark brown or greenish surface.

Authentic cast bronze pieces exhibit significant weight, a cool surface temperature, and refined hand-chasing along detailed areas like lapels and hair. Look for foundry stamps, signature markings, and gradual wear patterns on the patination consistent with natural age.

A substantial bronze bust acts as a focal point when placed on a sideboard, desk, or mantlepiece. Juxtaposing the dark patinated metal against lighter neutral walls or contemporary furniture creates a strong architectural contrast.

Maintain bronze objects by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth or a soft-bristled brush. Avoid liquid cleaners or chemical polishes, and apply a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax annually to guard against oxidisation.
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