A good quality 19th century bronze sculpture of a stag by French sculptor Jules Moigniez 1835-1894. Having twelve point antlers , and appears to be in motion roaming through undergrowth.

Good light to mid brown patina . Signed to base .

29 cm high

28 cm wide

20cm depth

£2475

Contact 07970119030

Physical Dimensions

Height

39cm (15.35")

Width

28cm (11.02")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Declaration

Devonshire Antiques has dated this French Bronze Stag Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA786342

Description

A good quality 19th century bronze sculpture of a stag by French sculptor Jules Moigniez 1835-1894. Having twelve point antlers , and appears to be in motion roaming through undergrowth.

Good light to mid brown patina . Signed to base .

29 cm high

28 cm wide

20cm depth

£2475

Contact 07970119030

Physical Dimensions

Height

39cm (15.35")

Width

28cm (11.02")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Date of Manufacture

Devonshire Antiques has dated this French Bronze Stag Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA786342

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The Animalier movement emerged in 19th-century France, focusing on anatomical precision and realistic depictions of animals in natural poses, often capturing movement, tension, and naturalistic ground textures.

Most 19th-century sculptures were created using the lost-wax casting process or sand casting, crafted from molten copper alloy, and finished with hand-applied chemical patinas to produce varied tones.

Authentic period castings typically display refined hand-chasing, intricate anatomical surface work, subtle variations in patina wear, and foundry stamps or inscribed signatures integrated into the base.

A dark patinated bronze sculpture functions effectively as a focal point on a mantelpiece, a dark wood sideboard, or integrated into a library bookshelf alongside leather-bound volumes and natural wood elements.

Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth or natural bristle brush. To preserve the original patina, apply a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax annually and buff gently, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.