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Carrier-belleuse Bronze Female Statue Holding a Harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century.
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Carrier-belleuse Bronze Female Statue Holding a Harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century.

19th century
Description

A very good quality 19th Century bronze statue of a female figure holding a Harp, entitled 'Harmone'

Signed; Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (born Albert-Ernest Carrier de Belleuse; 12 June 1824 – 4 June 1887) was a French sculptor. He was one of the founding members of the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts, and was made an officer of the Legion of Honour.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Female Statue to the 1880s.

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SA794537
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57930 UNAKZ Batch 51
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Description
A very good quality 19th Century bronze statue of a female figure holding a Harp, entitled 'Harmone'

Signed; Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (born Albert-Ernest Carrier de Belleuse; 12 June 1824 – 4 June 1887) was a French sculptor.
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He was one of the founding members of the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts, and was made an officer of the Legion of Honour.

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Female Statue to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA794537
Dealers Internal Ref
57930 UNAKZ Batch 51
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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Carrier-Belleuse bronze female statue holding a harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century.

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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated classical female figure holding a lyre, mounted on a rectangular plinth base.
Carrier-Belleuse bronze female statue holding a harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century.
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated classical female figure holding a lyre, mounted on a rectangular plinth base.
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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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