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Bronze Fishing Boy Lavergne
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Bronze Fishing Boy Lavergne

19th century
Description

A late 19th century French bronze boy fishing,, titled PÊCHEUR signed Lavergne circa 1880. Lovely patination. He stands wearing a hat and his trousers rolled up while concentrating on baiting his fishing rod .

LAVERGNE 1852- 1901

Signed on base

PÊCHEUR applied to front of base

Height 41.cm

Depth 9cm

£850

Contact 07970119030

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

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

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SA909931
Description
A late 19th century French bronze boy fishing,, titled PÊCHEUR signed Lavergne circa 1880. Lovely patination. He stands wearing a hat and his trousers rolled up while concentrating on baiting his fishing rod .

LAVERGNE 1852- 1901

Signed on base

PÊCHEUR applied to front of base

Height 41.cm

Depth 9cm

£850

Contact 07970119030

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

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

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SA909931
Devonshire Antiques
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR.

Bronze Fishing Boy Lavergne

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR. View VI
Archive VII A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR. View VII
Archive VIII A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR. View VIII
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Devonshire Antiques
Telephone 07970 119030 or 01822 612475
Location
19 Market St
Tavistock
Devon
United Kingdom

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A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR.
Bronze fishing boy Lavergne
Ref: SA909931
A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy in a wide-brimmed hat holding a fishing rod atop a rectangular base inscribed with PECHEUR.
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  • ObjectBronze Sculpture
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French Realism
  • MaterialBronze, Dark Patina
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFisherman figure, Wide-brimmed hat, Inscribed rectangular plinth, Fishing rod
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

This nineteenth-century French bronze sculpture depicts a young fisherman in a wide-brimmed hat, standing on a rectangular plinth with the word PECHEUR inscribed on the front. Cast in dark patinated bronze with a dark brown finish, the figure wears rolled-up trousers and a short-sleeved top while holding a tall fishing rod. The object measures 41 cm high, 9 cm wide, and 9 cm deep. Suitable for a gentleman's library, the piece sits well upon a mantelpiece or a side table. The sculpture adds a classic decorative element to traditional interiors, bringing nineteenth-century French realism into a domestic setting without requiring extensive space.

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During the late 19th century in France, sculptors frequently cast figurative bronze statues depicting everyday subjects, such as young workers, fishermen, or rural children. These works were popularised through foundry castings to meet growing demand from middle-class Victorian and Belle Epoque art collectors.

Sculptures of this era were typically created using the lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand casting technique before being hand-chased and finished. The surface was treated with chemicals to produce a patinated finish, ranging from dark brown to mid-brown hues.

Authentic period bronzes exhibit detailed hand-chasing, crisp cold-work detailing, and genuine age wear to the original patina rather than uniform modern coatings. They often feature foundry stamps, signatures etched into the mould or cast base, and period-appropriate threaded assembly screws beneath the base.

Position the sculpture on a dark wood sideboard, marble fireplace mantelpiece, or structured bookshelf where lighting highlights its silhouette and surface texture. Pair it with minimalist decor or classical books to create visual balance.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or light brush. To preserve the original patina, apply a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax once or twice a year and buff gently, avoiding harsh chemical polish or abrasive cleaners.
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