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Antique, Spelter Fencer with Foil After the Original by Charles Masse.
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Antique, Spelter Fencer with Foil After the Original by Charles Masse.

19th century
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Sold 18 June 2025 · Antiquus
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A fine tall gentleman, painted spelter depicting a fencer with his foil. A very class looking chap, icon bygone era image. May possibly have been used historically as a lamp base . All sizes are in inches...base is 10 diameter and he's 26 tall. An impressive piece to decorate the home. Delivery to UK mainland is INCLUDED in the price.. Thanks for looking.

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Antiquus has dated this Antique Spelter Fencer Sculpture to the Victorian era.

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A fine tall gentleman, painted spelter depicting a fencer with his foil. A very class looking chap, icon bygone era image. May possibly have been used historically as a lamp base . All sizes are in inches...base is 10 diameter and he's 26 tall. An impressive piece to decorate the home. Delivery to UK mainland is INCLUDED in the price.. Thanks for looking.
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Antiquus has dated this Antique Spelter Fencer Sculpture to the Victorian era.

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50 years of dealing in antique furniture and associated items

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An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique, Spelter Fencer with Foil After the Original by Charles Masse.

Archive II An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. View II
Archive III An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. View III
Archive IV An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. View IV
Archive V An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. View V
Archive VI An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. View VI
Archive VII An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base. View VII
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An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base.
Antique, spelter fencer with foil after the original by Charles Masse.
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An antique patinated spelter sculpture depicting a male fencer holding a foil, mounted on a circular pedestal base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSpelter
  • ColourBronze
  • MotifsFigural representation, Detailed costume, Textured base

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Spelter is a zinc alloy or zinc-based white metal commonly used in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries as an economical alternative to bronze, often finished with a patinated bronze-like coating to simulate genuine bronze metalwork.

Spelter figures were typically produced using commercial casting methods into moulds, followed by hand-finishing details such as chasing and the application of a patinated metallic finish to enhance the visual depth of the clothing and features.

Authenticity is generally determined by examining the weight, the nature of the patination, tool marks from hand-chasing, wear patterns consistent with age, and the presence of artist signatures or foundry stamps on the base.

Positioning the sculpture on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or console table allows it to serve as a focal point, pairing well with classic dark wood furniture, leather accents, or minimalist surroundings to create a contrasting academic aesthetic.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and high moisture environments to prevent degradation of the metallic coating, dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth without the use of chemical polishes or water.
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