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Antique French Bronze After Antoine Coysevox by Barbedienne

Name: Antique French Bronze After Antoine Coysevox by Barbedienne
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA894039
Price: 3230 GBP
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19th century

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This magnificent bronze was manufactured in France at the Barbedienne foundry betwen 1838-1875.

The foundry perfected a method invented by Achilles Collas in 1836, relating to mechanical reduction of sculptures.

Collas joined Ferdinand Barbedienne in 1838 at the foundry .

The society Collas et Barbedienne was formed and they began the production of reduced copies and sculptures.

This sculpture was one produced by Antoine Coysevox in 1709 and can be found I. The Louvres Tuileries Gardens

Sometimes referred to as the two faces of love , “Flore et in amour “ flora and a love”

Coysevox (1640-1720) was employed as sculpture to the French aristocracy and the king.

His work is exceptionally detailed and this scaled down detail can be fully appreciated in the bronze produced by the foundry thanks to the Collas invention.

This is a large and exceptionally detailed bronze , having changing details from 360 degrees.

Clearly stamped with the foundry details

Societe de collas stamp and the sculptors name and original sculpture date.

If you have any further questions or would like to view by appointment , please do contact me.

Dimensions are approximate

Uk mainland delivery free of charge

International shipping available

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Antoinettes Heirlooms has dated this Antique French Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA894039

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TS/B/19

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Description

This magnificent bronze was manufactured in France at the Barbedienne foundry betwen 1838-1875.

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The foundry perfected a method invented by Achilles Collas in 1836, relating to mechanical reduction of sculptures.

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fig 1. A patinated bronze sculpture depicting a draped classical female figure standing on a decorated square base with one arm raised. — fig 1. Antique French Bronze After Antoine Coysevox by Barbedienne

Collas joined Ferdinand Barbedienne in 1838 at the foundry .

The society Collas et Barbedienne was formed and they began the production of reduced copies and sculptures.

This sculpture was one produced by Antoine Coysevox in 1709 and can be found I. The Louvres Tuileries Gardens

fig 2. A patinated bronze sculpture depicting a draped classical female figure standing on a decorated square base with one arm raised. — fig 2. Antique French Bronze After Antoine Coysevox by Barbedienne

Sometimes referred to as the two faces of love , “Flore et in amour “ flora and a love”

Coysevox (1640-1720) was employed as sculpture to the French aristocracy and the king.

His work is exceptionally detailed and this scaled down detail can be fully appreciated in the bronze produced by the foundry thanks to the Collas invention.

fig 3. A patinated bronze sculpture depicting a draped classical female figure standing on a decorated square base with one arm raised. — fig 3. Antique French Bronze After Antoine Coysevox by Barbedienne

This is a large and exceptionally detailed bronze , having changing details from 360 degrees.

Clearly stamped with the foundry details

Societe de collas stamp and the sculptors name and original sculpture date.

If you have any further questions or would like to view by appointment , please do contact me.

Dimensions are approximate

Uk mainland delivery free of charge

International shipping available

Date of Manufacture

Antoinettes Heirlooms has dated this Antique French Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA894039

Dealers Internal Ref

TS/B/19

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During the 19th century, prominent French foundries produced high-quality bronze reductions of famous Baroque and Neoclassical sculptures created by master artists. Using specialised mechanical techniques developed by Achille Collas, foundries accurately reproduced full-scale monuments into smaller decorative figures for private collections.

These figures were cast in bronze using lost-wax or sand-casting methods, followed by meticulous hand-chasing to refine fine details such as drapery and facial features. A chemical patina was subsequently applied to achieve rich brown, dark green, or golden tonal depth across the surface.

Authentic pieces typically feature foundry stamps or signatures incised into the base, precise hand-chased detailing, and appropriate patination consistent with age. Stamped marks from notable foundries, alongside clean mechanical reductions, distinguish original period casts from later imitations.

A classical bronze figure serves as a focal point when placed on a minimalist sideboard, console table, or library desk. Elevating the piece against neutral backdrops or alongside modern artwork highlights its sculptural silhouette and rich patinated surface.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or camel-hair brush, avoiding water or chemical polishers that can damage the patina. A thin coat of microcrystalline wax applied annually will protect the bronze from oxidisation and moisture build-up.

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