What is a renaissance style figure?

It is a decorative sculpture, painting or architectural element that imitates the artistic forms, subjects and techniques of the fifteenth and sixteenth-century Renaissance. These pieces often date from later revival periods in the nineteenth century. They include bronze statues, carved wooden panels, busts and oil paintings depicting religious subjects, historical figures or classical deities.

How do I distinguish nineteenth-century revivals from earlier works?

Distinguishing periods requires examining the tool marks, material wear and casting methods used on the piece. Nineteenth-century revival works frequently exhibit machine-assisted finishing or patination techniques typical of later industrial production. Original sixteenth and seventeenth-century items show hand-carving anomalies, period-specific pigments and natural material shrinkage consistent with age.

Where were these figures placed historically?

Sculptures and paintings were displayed in domestic interiors, studies and galleries by collectors influenced by classical education and travel. Architectural elements like caryatids and terms were integrated into furniture, wall panelling and fireplace surrounds. Smaller bronzes and candlesticks functioned as desk ornaments or mantel decorations in grand nineteenth-century homes.

How do I live with a wooden sculpture?

Wooden carvings require stable indoor humidity and temperature to prevent timber movement, splitting or warping of the panel or figure. Keep them away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight that could fade polychrome or giltwood surfaces. Dusting should be done gently with a dry, soft brush without applying liquid polishes or modern cleaning agents.

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These pieces termed renaissance style figure bring classical proportion and rich historic character into a room through bronze, carved wood and oil painting.

A Pair of Italian Bronzed Cast Iron Renaissance Style Andirons

19th century

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A Pair of Italian Bronzed Cast Iron Renaissance Style Andirons

From Baggott & Co.

£1,450

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fireplaces

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An Early 17th Century Bronze Mars in the Manner of Aspetti

From Spitalfields House

£2,200

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A Large Beautifully Carved Figure of a Young Woman

19th century

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A Large Beautifully Carved Figure of a Young Woman

From W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

£2,250

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Rare Master Carver Luigi Frullini Carved Walnut Winged Griffins

19th century

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Rare Master Carver Luigi Frullini Carved Walnut Winged Griffins

From Karen Tarleton

£5,500

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17th century

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17th Century Oak Carving

From Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

£495

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Painting "La Belle Jardinière" (Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist), XVIII After Raffaello Sanzio, Called Raphael (1483-1520)

18th century

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Painting "La Belle Jardinière" (Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist), XVIII After Raffaello Sanzio, Called Raphael (1483-1520)

From Westcoast Fine Art

£11,200

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16th century

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16th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Group Carving – 'God and Mary'

From Treaders Collectables

£10,000

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Leathermaché Architectural Decorations, Putti and Others

18th century

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Leathermaché Architectural Decorations, Putti and Others

From Elmgarden

£800

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Italian Renaissance Bambocci Walnut Commode

17th century

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Italian Renaissance Bambocci Walnut Commode

From Baggott & Co.

£11,500

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chest of drawers

19th century

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Bronze Sculpture

From Midwinter Antiques

£1,250

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Listings feature works spanning from the sixteenth century through to the nineteenth century, incorporating oil on canvas, carved walnut, oak, lime wood and bronze.

19th century

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Large Garden Bronze.

From Cavers Antiques

£2,250

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19th century

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19th Century Bronze Statue of a Minstrel, Signed Paul Fournier

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£5,200

FOR SALE

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19th century

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19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Lime Wood Figure on Stand .

From Ruby Antiques

£3,500

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Portrait of a Young Woman - Antique Sanguine

19th century

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Portrait of a Young Woman - Antique Sanguine

From Rue des Fontenelles

£200

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16th century

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16th Century French Renaissance Wood Sculpture Fragment of a Saint or Angel

From Skippings Fine Arts

£1,850

FOR SALE

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Renaissance Style Figure

A Pair of Italian Bronzed Cast Iron Renaissance Style Andirons

An Early 17th Century Bronze Mars in the Manner of Aspetti

A Large Beautifully Carved Figure of a Young Woman

Rare Master Carver Luigi Frullini Carved Walnut Winged Griffins

17th Century Oak Carving

Painting "La Belle Jardinière" (Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist), XVIII After Raffaello Sanzio, Called Raphael (1483-1520)

16th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Group Carving – 'God and Mary'

Leathermaché Architectural Decorations, Putti and Others

Italian Renaissance Bambocci Walnut Commode

Bronze Sculpture

Large Garden Bronze.

19th Century Bronze Statue of a Minstrel, Signed Paul Fournier

19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Lime Wood Figure on Stand .

Portrait of a Young Woman - Antique Sanguine

16th Century French Renaissance Wood Sculpture Fragment of a Saint or Angel

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