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Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne
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Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne

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A fine quality 19th century French bronze of Henry IVth of France as a young man after Francois J Bosio (1768-1845), stamped Barbedienne.

The figure of young Henry is depicted in traditional dress holding his sword in his left hand and leaning against a tree trunk.

Henry IVth of France, often referred to as the 'good King', was born in 1553 and died in 1610, he became King of Navarre in 1572 after the death of his mother.

This bronze is a reduction cast by the famous Parisian foundry F. Barbedienne, founded in 1838, and bears their signature and also the Collas reduction stamp.

The Barbedienne foundry was set up in 1838 by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Achille Collas, Collas invented a machine to create smaller bronze figures from statues of Greek & Roman origin in particular. The foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists, two of the most famous being Barye and Rodin.

This bronze is in very good condition with a good patina and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 19.5'' / 49.5cm

Width: 7'' / 18cm

Depth: 9.25'' / 23.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
23.5cm (9.25")
Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Barbedienne Bronze Figure Henry IV to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238791
Dealers Internal Reference
LVS744
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A fine quality 19th century French bronze of Henry IVth of France as a young man after Francois J Bosio (1768-1845), stamped Barbedienne.
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The figure of young Henry is depicted in traditional dress holding his sword in his left hand and leaning against a tree trunk.
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fig 1. Late nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze figure depicting a youthful Henry IV of France standing beside a tree stump on a square base.
fig 1. Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne

Henry IVth of France, often referred to as the 'good King', was born in 1553 and died in 1610, he became King of Navarre in 1572 after the death of his mother.

This bronze is a reduction cast by the famous Parisian foundry F. Barbedienne, founded in 1838, and bears their signature and also the Collas reduction stamp.

fig 2. Late nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze figure depicting a youthful Henry IV of France standing beside a tree stump on a square base.
fig 2. Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne

The Barbedienne foundry was set up in 1838 by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Achille Collas, Collas invented a machine to create smaller bronze figures from statues of Greek & Roman origin in particular. The foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists, two of the most famous being Barye and Rodin.

This bronze is in very good condition with a good patina and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 19.5'' / 49.5cm

Width: 7'' / 18cm

Depth: 9.25'' / 23.5cm

Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
23.5cm (9.25")
Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Barbedienne Bronze Figure Henry IV to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238791
Dealers Internal Ref
LVS744
LVS Decorative Arts
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Fine Quality Late 19th Century French Bronze of Henry Ivth of France, Stamped Barbedienne

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Late nineteenth-century dark brown patinated bronze figure depicting a youthful Henry IV of France standing beside a tree stump on a square base.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsChased doublet, ruff collar, sword hilt, plinth base
  • SizeH 49.5 cm (19 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 23.5 cm (9 in)

This late nineteenth-century French bronze sculpture portrays a youthful Henry IV of France standing upright beside a tree stump upon a square plinth base. Modelled after Francois J Bosio and produced by the Parisian foundry F. Barbedienne, the piece bears the foundry signature and the Collas reduction stamp. The figure wears traditional period attire including a chased doublet with long sleeves, fitted breeches, and a ruffled collar around the neck, while holding a sword hilt in the left hand. The dark brown patinated bronze exhibits smooth polished surfaces along the arms and legs contrasting with textured pleats in the clothing. Measuring 49.5 cm high, 18 cm wide, and 23.5 cm deep, this sculpture stands as an ornamental display item. Suitable for placement upon a mantelpiece or within a gentleman's library, the sculpture integrates directly into traditional or classic interior settings. The solid rectangular base allows secure positioning on flat surfaces without requiring additional support or mounting hardware. The dark bronze colour coordinates easily with wooden furniture, leather upholstery, and scholarly desk accessories. This piece requires no complex installation and brings historical character to studies, living rooms, or entrance halls.

FAQs

During the nineteenth century, French foundries specialized in producing high-quality bronze reductions of famous classical, historical, and contemporary monuments. Foundries such as Barbedienne employed advanced mechanical reduction techniques to produce detailed decorative figures for private collectors and grand interiors.

These sculptures were created using sand casting or lost-wax casting methods. Craftsmen applied intricate hand-chasing to refine surface details before applying chemical patination to achieve deep brown or dark copper tones across the metal surface.

Authentic period bronzes feature distinct foundry stamps or signatures cast or cold-stamped directly into the metal, crisp hand-chased detailing along clothing and hair, and realistic weight. The patination should exhibit subtle variations consistent with age rather than uniform paint.

A dark bronze sculpture provides a strong visual focal point when positioned on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or desk against neutral walls. Grouping the figure with natural timber, stone, or leather items enhances its rich dark tones and tactile texture.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry brush or lint-free cloth. Avoid chemical cleaning agents or abrasive polishes, as these strip the original patina; application of microcrystalline wax once a year protects the metal against oxidisation.
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