Large Pair of French Bronzed Warrior Figures of Superb Quality

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A large pair of French superb quality 19th century bronzed spelter figures in the form of 16th century warriors in full armour and draped cloaks, each with flambeaux aloft.

Each warrior is holding a flambeau, not electrified at present (but could be electrified), each with a sword and superb helmet and armour.

Each figure stands on a decorative base, each of these being stamped with the 'Fabrication Francaise' Paris foundry mark.

This foundry mark is often found on high quality French bronze or spelter figures. This company was first known of in 1892 and typically cast in spelter rather than bronze, the pieces then finished with a patina to replicate a bronze casting.

These castings are of very fine & intricate quality & have a brown patination that do have a bronze appearance.

There is evidence of an old repair to an arm of one of the figures but this is not really visible.

Other than this both figures and in very good condition and make superb decorative pieces.

Size:

Height: 48.5'' / 122cm

Width: 14.5'' / 37cm

Depth: 13'' / 33cm

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA363880

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS652

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A large pair of French superb quality 19th century bronzed spelter figures in the form of 16th century warriors in full armour and draped cloaks, each with flambeaux aloft.

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Each warrior is holding a flambeau, not electrified at present (but could be electrified), each with a sword and superb helmet and armour.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Large pair of French bronzed warrior figures of superb quality — fig 1. Large Pair of French Bronzed Warrior Figures of Superb Quality

Each figure stands on a decorative base, each of these being stamped with the 'Fabrication Francaise' Paris foundry mark.

This foundry mark is often found on high quality French bronze or spelter figures. This company was first known of in 1892 and typically cast in spelter rather than bronze, the pieces then finished with a patina to replicate a bronze casting.