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How can you tell fake bronze?
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To tell fake bronze, try striking the metal with the handle of a butter knife. Real bronze will produce a sustained ringing sound, similar to a bell. Other metals will produce a duller thud, while bronze-toned resin will usually give off a fainter sound. When in doubt about materials, consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of bronze furniture and decorative objects.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
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Auguste Clésinger (French, 1814–1883) Roman Bull, 1858 Bronze sculpture
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture – Roman Bull by Auguste Clésinger (1814–1883)
Cast by Ferdinand Barbedienne Foundry – Reduction by Achille Collas
France, 1858
This exquisite 19th-...
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Antique 1850s French Romantic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
"Stone Lifter", Bold, Monumental Art Deco Bronze Sculpture with Male Nude
By Henry Schoenbauer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large, bold and provocative, this very rare bronze sculpture depicts a powerful, muscled nude male figure endeavoring to lift an enormous rock, his legs splayed and his body tensed t...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Victor Salmones Signed Bronze Sculpture, Artist Proof, Mexico 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking bronze sculpture by Mexican artist Victor Salmones (1937–1989), mounted on a polished black marble base and signed along the lower edge. Marked Prueba de Artista (Artist P...
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Vintage 1980s Mexican Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique French Bronze Grand Tour Model of The Arc de Triomphe 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A delightful French bronze Grand Tour model of the Arc De Triomphe, circa 1860 in date.
The beautifully realistic model is cast in high relief and is mounted on a black marble base....
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Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Thai Siam Khmer Bronze Gilt Singha Imperial Lion Foo Dog Temple Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful Thai or Khmer bronze verdigris and golden parcel-gilt Imperial guardian temple Singha lion/dragon/foo dog. This piece has a wonderful patina and heft to it.
Likely mid ...
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20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal, Bronze
19th Century French Gilt Bronze Wounded Sparrow Bird, after Comolera
Located in Pearland, TX
A 19th century antique wounded sparrow bird paperweight/hunting trophy in chased gilt bronze, after Comolera (1818-1897). Mounted on green marble. Sourced from a French collector.
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Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
