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French Bronze Reclining Nude by Edmond Leveque
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French Bronze Reclining Nude by Edmond Leveque

19th century
Description

Mid/late 19th century, French Bronze Reclining Nude figure by Edmond Leveque (1814-1875), signed to base, and resting on a matt black painted hardwood base.

Leveque exhibited at the Salon from 1833-1874 including two marble sculptures displayed in the gardens of the Tuileries. Just a few bronzes are known.

Very good condition with moderate age related wear to patina.

Overall, including base: 27.5cm(W) x 13cm(D) x 16.7cm(H)

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.7cm (6.57")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this French Bronze Nude Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA1137088
Dealers Internal Reference
36/373
Description
Mid/late 19th century, French Bronze Reclining Nude figure by Edmond Leveque (1814-1875), signed to base, and resting on a matt black painted hardwood base.
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Leveque exhibited at the Salon from 1833-1874 including two marble sculptures displayed in the gardens of the Tuileries.
Vivers Mill Antiques

Just a few bronzes are known.

Very good condition with moderate age related wear to patina.

Overall, including base: 27.5cm(W) x 13cm(D) x 16.7cm(H)

Height
16.7cm (6.57")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this French Bronze Nude Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1137088
Dealers Internal Ref
36/373
Vivers Mill Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2015
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41 Stonegate
York
YO1 8AW
United Kingdom
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A dark bronze sculpture depicting a reclining female nude figure rest on a dark rectangular base.
French Bronze Reclining Nude by Edmond Leveque
Ref: SA1137088
A dark bronze sculpture depicting a reclining female nude figure rest on a dark rectangular base.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • MaterialBronze, Slate
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsReclining figure, Draped fabric, Plinth base, Patinated finish
  • SizeH 16.7 cm (7 in) x W 27.5 cm (11 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

This nineteenth-century French bronze sculpture depicts a reclining female nude figure created by Edmond Leveque. The work displays a dark brown patinated finish with moderate age-related wear to the patina, showing smooth contours along the draped fabric and the resting figure. Mounted upon a matt black painted hardwood base, the sculpture measures 27.5 cm wide by 13 cm deep and 16.7 cm high. Ideal for placement on a mantelpiece in a gentleman's library or study, the piece brings period character to a home. The figure reclines gracefully with her arms raised behind her head, supported by a textured ground that merges into the dark rectangular plinth beneath.

FAQs

Nineteenth-century French bronze sculptures are characterised by detailed anatomical proportions, cast metal construction, and dark patinated finishes applied through controlled chemical oxidation.

Traditional bronze sculptures were primarily cast using either the lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand-casting method, where molten copper alloy was poured into prepared moulds.

Authentic period bronzes typically feature incised artist signatures, foundry marks or stamps, natural surface wear, and hand-chased detail along seams and drapery.

A bronze sculpture serves as a structured focal point on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console, contrasting with modern timber, marble, or glass surfaces.

Preserve bronze sculptures by dusting regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to protect the patination from atmospheric humidity.
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