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Sculpture of a Girl with Shells

19th century
Sold 19 March 2025 · Rue des Fontenelles
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Rare and beautiful biscuit statue of a girl listening to a conch shell. The statue dates from the 19th century, French and is a high quality piece. There is a signature on the base, and inscribed 'Au Bord de la Mer'. It also has some lovely detail.

Dimansions - 71 cms high

Date of Manufacture

Rue des Fontenelles has dated this Bisque Porcelain Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
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SA545687
Description
Rare and beautiful biscuit statue of a girl listening to a conch shell. The statue dates from the 19th century, French and is a high quality piece. There is a signature on the base, and inscribed 'Au Bord de la Mer'. It also has some lovely detail.

Dimansions - 71 cms high

Date of Manufacture

Rue des Fontenelles has dated this Bisque Porcelain Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
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SA545687
Rue des Fontenelles
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

Specialists in french antiiques, decorative objects and french and european paintings.

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A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Sculpture of a Girl with Shells

Archive II A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View II
Archive III A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View III
Archive IV A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View IV
Archive V A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View V
Archive VI A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View VI
Archive VII A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View VII
Archive VIII A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View VIII
Archive IX A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View IX
Archive X A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View X
Archive XI A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View XI
Archive XII A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base. View XII
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Rue des Fontenelles
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Devon
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A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base.
Sculpture of a Girl with Shells
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A white bisque porcelain sculpture depicts a young girl holding a shell to her ear, standing atop a circular inscribed base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialPorcelain
  • ColourWhite
  • MotifsNaturalistic drapery, Figural representation, Inscribed base, Textured surface
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

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Bisque porcelain, or biscuit porcelain, is unglazed ceramic ware fired once to achieve a matte, marble-like texture that gained widespread popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries for detailed figurative sculptures.

These sculptures are typically cast from a fine mixture of kaolin, quartz, and felspar, then fired at high temperatures without a glossy glaze to highlight the intricate modelling and soft surface finish.

Authenticity is usually determined by inspecting the weight, the crispness of the moulded details, the presence of firing cracks or base vent holes, and makers marks or impressed numbers characteristic of historical factories.

Placing the matte white figure against a dark, contrasting background on a mantelpiece or bookshelf introduces classical texture and a sophisticated focal point to modern spaces.

Dust the surface gently with a soft, dry artists brush, and avoid using water or chemical cleaners on unglazed bisque as porous areas can easily absorb moisture and trap grime.
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