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Antique French Bronze Sculpture

19th century
Sold 26 February 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

A wonderful antique French bronze sculpture, likely dating from around the 1860-1880 period.

It is of superb quality, the bronze is beautifully cast, with incredibly fine details. It depicts a female figure at sea, holding an anchor and with a cherub by her side. It is mounted on a polished slate base with a serpentine shape and thumb moulding around the edges.

The condition is excellent, with a gorgeous overall patina to the bronze.

Width – 17 inches , 43 cm

Depth – 9 inches , 23 cm

Height – 13 inches , 33 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Sculpture to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159879
Dealers Internal Reference
10949
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Description
A wonderful antique French bronze sculpture, likely dating from around the 1860-1880 period.

It is of superb quality, the bronze is beautifully cast, with incredibly fine details. It depicts a female figure at sea, holding an anchor and with a cherub by her side. It is mounted on a polished slate base with a serpentine shape and thumb moulding around the edges.

The condition is excellent, with a gorgeous overall patina to the bronze.

Width – 17 inches , 43 cm

Depth – 9 inches , 23 cm

Height – 13 inches , 33 cm

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Sculpture to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159879
Dealers Internal Ref
10949
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique dark brown patinated bronze sculpture depicting a draped female figure seated with a smaller companion and agricultural implement on a shaped base.
Antique French Bronze Sculpture
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFigural grouping, Draped garments, Shaped plinth base, Allegorical elements
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century French bronzes frequently incorporated neoclassical and allegorical themes, reflecting the rigorous academic training of European foundries during that period.

These pieces were typically produced using the lost-wax casting method or sand casting, utilising high-grade copper and tin alloy compositions finished with hand-applied patinas.

Authenticity is evaluated through the quality of the chasing work, the depth and natural aging of the patina, foundry marks, and the weight and density of the metal casting.

Placing the sculpture on a simple mantelpiece or console table allows the complex metallic tones and classical silhouette to serve as a sophisticated focal point.

Bronze should be kept away from direct moisture and humidity, dusted gently with a soft microfibre cloth, and occasionally treated with microcrystalline wax to protect the patination.
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