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Sèvres Parian Bust of Napoleon After Chaudet
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Sèvres Parian Bust of Napoleon After Chaudet

19th century
For Sale by Cella
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Fine, 19th century French Sèvres parian porcelain library bust of Napoleon Bonaparte after Antoine-Denis Chaudet (1763-1810). Chaudet's original model of this portrait of Napoleon was created in 1799 with the final marble version completed in 1804. Adopted as the official portrait of Napoleon it was widely disseminated throughout the Empire. Manufacturers 'Sevre' 'RF' for 'Republique Française' and '1848' date impressed to the back. Good quality clean example.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Napoleon Parian Porcelain Bust to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235408
Dealers Internal Reference
CA1146
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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Fine, 19th century French Sèvres parian porcelain library bust of Napoleon Bonaparte after Antoine-Denis Chaudet (1763-1810).
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Chaudet's original model of this portrait of Napoleon was created in 1799 with the final marble version completed in 1804.
Cella

Adopted as the official portrait of Napoleon it was widely disseminated throughout the Empire. Manufacturers 'Sevre' 'RF' for 'Republique Française' and '1848' date impressed to the back. Good quality clean example.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Napoleon Parian Porcelain Bust to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235408
Dealers Internal Ref
CA1146
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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An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name.
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Archive I An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name.

Sèvres Parian Bust of Napoleon After Chaudet

Archive II An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name. View II
Archive III An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name. View III
Archive IV An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name. View IV
Archive V An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name. View V
Archive VI An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name. View VI
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An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name.
Sèvres parian bust of Napoleon after Chaudet
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An off-white Parian porcelain portrait bust depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on a plinth incised with his name.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialParian Porcelain
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsIncised lettering, Classical portraiture, Matte porcelain finish, Square plinth base
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Popularised in the nineteenth century, Parian ware busts allowed for precise reproductions of classical marble sculptures, such as Antoine-Denis Chaudets official portrait of Napoleon I, making imperial iconography accessible for private collection.

Parian porcelain is an unglazed bisque ceramic composed of feldspar and china clay, formulated to imitate the matte texture and fine translucency of carved white marble when cast in moulds.

Authentic pieces often display impressed Sevres manufacture marks, precise modelling of facial features, sharp incised lettering, and a smooth, stone-like surface finish characteristic of high-kiln biscuit porcelain.

Position a portrait bust on a dark timber mantelpiece, inside a structured bookcase, or on a side table to add architectural form and Neoclassical contrast to modern decor.

Dust gently using a dry soft-bristled brush, and clean deeper dirt with warm distilled water and mild soap, avoiding abrasive sponges or harsh chemicals that could alter the porous unglazed surface.
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