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French Bronze, Jules Dalou, Paysan Au Repos
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French Bronze, Jules Dalou, Paysan Au Repos

1900 - 1920
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Miniature French solid cast bronze figure of a workman entitled Paysan au Repos by Aime Jules Dalou, modelled as a man standing with hands on hips.

Marks to base - Dalou, Cire Perdue, Susse Fres Fondeurs, Susse Cachet

Model number 228, Jules Dalou, le Sculpteur de la Republique by Amelie Simier.

Excellent condition, early 20th century.

13c,(H) x 6cm(W) 410gms

36/393 £895.00

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
6cm (2.36")
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Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this French Bronze Peasant Sculpture to the 1910s.

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Description
Miniature French solid cast bronze figure of a workman entitled Paysan au Repos by Aime Jules Dalou, modelled as a man standing with hands on hips.

Marks to base - Dalou, Cire Perdue, Susse Fres Fondeurs, Susse Cachet

fig 1. A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a standing male worker with his hands resting on his hips.
fig 1. French Bronze, Jules Dalou, Paysan Au Repos

Model number 228, Jules Dalou, le Sculpteur de la Republique by Amelie Simier.

Excellent condition, early 20th century.

13c,(H) x 6cm(W) 410gms

36/393 £895.00

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this French Bronze Peasant Sculpture to the 1910s.

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SA1218187
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French Bronze, Jules Dalou, Paysan au repos
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French realist sculpture of the 19th century focuses on naturalistic representations of daily life and working-class figures, moving away from idealized classical forms towards anatomical accuracy and expressive surface textures.

These sculptures were typically cast using the lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand-casting method, followed by hand-chasing to refine surface details and the application of chemical patination to achieve varied tone and lustre.

Authentic period bronzes often feature artist signatures, foundry stamps or marks, evidence of hand-chasing, seam lines from multi-part casting, and natural wear patterns on the patinated surface.

A bronze statuette can be placed on a fireplace mantelpiece, wooden bookshelf, or executive desk, where its dark tones create strong visual contrast against modern lighter backdrops.

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