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Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian

19th century
Sold 27 August 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is a pair of antique virtue figures. A French, bronze decorative female statue in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

Delightful elegance and appealing Art Nouveau motif

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Bronze forms are wonderfully patinated throughout

Warm golden hues flourish amongst darker mottled hues

Each figure displays a French virtue - Modestie and Gaiete

Their respective poses reflect their character to great effect

Demure and bashful, Modestie looks towards the ground wistfully

Full of reverie and openness, Gaiete holds her arms wide as her dress billows

Raised upon ebonised circular socles with rolled and tiered finish

Small annotated name plaques adorn the front of each socle

Pleasingly substantial in the hand; Modeste - 1.88kg (4.14 lb) & Gaiete - 1.98kg (4.36 lb)

This is a fascinating pair of antique virtue figures, offering appealing decorative accents to any room. Elegant and eye-catching. Delivered polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:

Gaiete Figure Width: 15cm (6'')

Gaiete Figure Depth: 10cm (4'')

Gaiete Figure Height: 29.5cm (11.5'')

Modestie Figure Width: 12.5cm (5'')

Modestie Figure Depth: 10cm (4'')

Modestie Figure Height: 30cm (11.75'')

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Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Bronze Figures to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
29.5cm (11.61")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA998910
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9372
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Description
This is a pair of antique virtue figures.
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A French, bronze decorative female statue in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.
London Fine Antiques

Delightful elegance and appealing Art Nouveau motif

fig 1. A pair of antique French bronze virtue figures mounted on circular stepped plinths.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Bronze forms are wonderfully patinated throughout

Warm golden hues flourish amongst darker mottled hues

Each figure displays a French virtue - Modestie and Gaiete

fig 2. A pair of antique French bronze virtue figures mounted on circular stepped plinths.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Their respective poses reflect their character to great effect

Demure and bashful, Modestie looks towards the ground wistfully

Full of reverie and openness, Gaiete holds her arms wide as her dress billows

fig 3. A pair of antique French bronze virtue figures mounted on circular stepped plinths.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Raised upon ebonised circular socles with rolled and tiered finish

Small annotated name plaques adorn the front of each socle

Pleasingly substantial in the hand; Modeste - 1.88kg (4.14 lb) & Gaiete - 1.98kg (4.36 lb)

fig 4. A pair of antique French bronze virtue figures mounted on circular stepped plinths.
fig 4. Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian

This is a fascinating pair of antique virtue figures, offering appealing decorative accents to any room. Elegant and eye-catching. Delivered polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:

Gaiete Figure Width: 15cm (6'')

fig 5. A pair of antique French bronze virtue figures mounted on circular stepped plinths.
fig 5. Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Gaiete Figure Depth: 10cm (4'')

Gaiete Figure Height: 29.5cm (11.5'')

Modestie Figure Width: 12.5cm (5'')

Modestie Figure Depth: 10cm (4'')

Modestie Figure Height: 30cm (11.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 6. A pair of antique French bronze virtue figures mounted on circular stepped plinths.
fig 6. Pair of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Bronze Figures to the Victorian era.

Height
29.5cm (11.61")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA998910
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9372
London Fine Antiques
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A pair of antique French bronze virtue figures mounted on circular stepped plinths.
Pair Of Antique Virtue Figures, French, Bronze, Statue, Art Nouveau, Victorian
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialBronze, Slate
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDrapery, Allegorical figures, Turned plinth bases, Patinated surface
  • SizeH 29.5 cm (12 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Art Nouveau sculpture typically features flowing organic lines, motifs inspired by nature, and dynamic depictions of the human form that break away from classical rigidness.

These pieces are traditionally cast in bronze using the lost-wax method, often finished with a chemical patina and mounted on slate, marble, or turned wood bases.

Authenticity is identified by examining the depth and quality of the casting, the natural aging and oxidation of the metal patina, and potential foundry marks or artist signatures.

They can be displayed on a mantelpiece, sideboard top, or bookshelf to add a layer of classical elegance and historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoid using harsh chemical polishes or water, which can strip the historical patina and damage the metal surface.
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