Antique Bronze Female Statue 19th Century

Name: Carrier-belleuse Bronze Female Statue Holding a Harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA794537
Price: 7500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSculptures
Period19th century
Style19th Century French
MaterialBronze
ColourDark Brown
MotifsClassical drapery, Lyre harp, Stepped plinth base, Braided hair
SizeH 64 cm (25 in) x W 34 cm (13 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

This nineteenth-century French bronze statue depicts a female figure entitled Harmone, modelled by Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse. The dark patinated bronze has a deep brown finish throughout the cast metal surface. The seated classical figure wears classical drapery with gathered folds and braided hair tied up at the crown. She holds a lyre harp in one hand while extending the other. The figural composition rests upon a rectangular stepped plinth base bearing an inscribed metal plaque along the front moulding. Measuring 64 cm high by 34 cm wide and 32 cm deep, the sculpture fits well upon a mantelpiece in a traditional study, hallway, or living room setting.

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Nineteenth-century French bronze sculpture is characterised by classical subject matter, precision casting, and detailed figurative work influenced by Neoclassicism and Romanticism. Artists frequently produced works depicting allegorical, mythological, or literary figures.

These sculptures were typically produced using either lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand-casting methods, followed by extensive hand-chasing to refine surface details. A chemical patina was subsequently applied to achieve controlled dark brown, black, or rich tonal finishes.

Authentic pieces generally display foundry stamps, artist signatures etched directly into the bronze, sharp casting definition, and natural patina wear corresponding to age. Hand-finished details on fingers, facial features, and drapery folds also distinguish original castings from later reproductions.

Classical bronze sculptures function as focal points when positioned on a mantelpiece, console table, or dedicated pedestal. Pairing dark metal patinas with neutral backdrops, minimalist furniture, or contemporary lighting creates a balanced contrast between historical and modern elements.

Routine maintenance requires dusting with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or soft brush. To protect the patinated surface, a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax can be applied periodically and lightly buffed once dry, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners or water exposure.

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