Superb Quality Large Mid 19th Century French Barbedienne Gilt Bronze Figure of 'The Fates'

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A superb quality large mid 19th century French Barbedienne gilt bronze figure of 'The Fates' by Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger (1814-1883) supported by an ornate gilt mounted onyx base.

This bronze depicts Aprodite (Goddess of love and beauty) lying down holding a scroll and pair of scissors. Alongside her is Artemis (Goddess of the hunt, the moon and archery) holding a spindle. This figure is based on the Ancient Greek sculpture of 'The Fates' by Phidias (480-430BC) and belongs to the Parthenon in Greece, Phidias is generally acknowledged as the greatest Ancient Greek sculptor.

Both figures here are depicted draped in the finest cloth, a technique known as 'wet cloth' (particularly imitated from the works of Phidias) and is supported on a gilt mounted onyx base.

Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger was a French sculptor and painter in 19th century and was awarded various honours and awards for his works.

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, of which this bronze is an example of. This foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists.

This bronze is in excellent original condition and can go straight into a home or collection.

Physical Dimensions

Height

48cm (18.90")

Width

68cm (26.77")

Depth

31cm (12.20")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA497597

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS752

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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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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Description

A superb quality large mid 19th century French Barbedienne gilt bronze figure of 'The Fates' by Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger (1814-1883) supported by an ornate gilt mounted onyx base.

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This bronze depicts Aprodite (Goddess of love and beauty) lying down holding a scroll and pair of scissors.

LVS Decorative Arts

Alongside her is Artemis (Goddess of the hunt, the moon and archery) holding a spindle. This figure is based on the Ancient Greek sculpture of 'The Fates' by Phidias (480-430BC) and belongs to the Parthenon in Greece, Phidias is generally acknowledged as the greatest Ancient Greek sculptor.

fig 1. Superb quality large mid 19th century French Barbedienne gilt bronze figure of 'The Fates' — fig 1. Superb Quality Large Mid 19th Century French Barbedienne Gilt Bronze Figure of 'The Fates'

Both figures here are depicted draped in the finest cloth, a technique known as 'wet cloth' (particularly imitated from the works of Phidias) and is supported on a gilt mounted onyx base.

Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger was a French sculptor and painter in 19th century and was awarded various honours and awards for his works.

fig 2. Superb quality large mid 19th century French Barbedienne gilt bronze figure of 'The Fates' — fig 2. Superb Quality Large Mid 19th Century French Barbedienne Gilt Bronze Figure of 'The Fates'

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, of which this bronze is an example of. This foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists.

This bronze is in excellent original condition and can go straight into a home or collection.