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A French Bronze Portrait Bust of a Gentelman Dated 1865
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A French Bronze Portrait Bust of a Gentelman Dated 1865

19th century
Sold 1 March 2025 · Beech and Springs Antiques
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Description

This quailty 19th century cast bronze head and shoulders portrait bust of a gentleman, cast to the left side 'Renversez Janvier 1865.

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Beech and Springs Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Portrait Bust to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1127281
Dealers Internal Reference
IM000248
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Description
This quailty 19th century cast bronze head and shoulders portrait bust of a gentleman, cast to the left side 'Renversez Janvier 1865.
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Beech and Springs Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Portrait Bust to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1127281
Dealers Internal Ref
IM000248
Beech and Springs Antiques
Beech and Springs Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

English and french furniture, upholstery, mirrors & decorative objects; 20+ years experience. Happy to help, please call.

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A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A French Bronze Portrait Bust of a Gentelman Dated 1865

Archive II A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. View II
Archive III A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. View III
Archive IV A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. View IV
Archive V A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. View V
Archive VI A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. View VI
Archive VII A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base. View VII
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Location
Meopham Bank Farm
Leigh Road
Hildenborough
Kent
TN11 9AQ
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Location: Meopham Bank Farm, Leigh Road, Hildenborough, Kent, TN11 9AQ, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base.
A French Bronze Portrait Bust Of A Gentelman Dated 1865
Ref: SA1127281
A dark brown patinated bronze portrait bust of a gentleman with a collared jacket and circular buttons, mounted on a small circular base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French Academic
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRealistic facial features, Textured clothing with buttons, Circular pedestal base
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

FAQs

Portrait busts in 19th-century France gained immense popularity, reflecting a cultural emphasis on individualism, civic pride, and memorialising notable figures or family members through cast metal.

These sculptures were typically produced using the lost-wax method or sand-casting techniques, utilising high-quality copper and tin alloys followed by hand-applied chemical patination.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit heavy weight, natural oxidation patinas, foundry marks, chiselling details on the metal surface, and construction methods consistent with historical casting practices.

Placing the sculpture on a heavy timber mantelpiece, a library bookshelf, or a dedicated plinth creates a strong focal point that adds historical gravity to modern spaces.

Bronze should be dusted gently with a soft microfibre cloth and occasionally treated with microcrystalline wax to protect the patina, avoiding harsh commercial cleaners or water.
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