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Orientalist Water Carrier in Gilt & Patinated Bronze Attributed Graux-Marly

1870

$35,000
£26,538.81
€30,652.02
CA$49,107.14
A$54,704.25
CHF 28,855.63
MX$663,306
NOK 367,085.25
SEK 341,963.16
DKK 228,890.55

About the Item

Parcel gilt and patinated bronze figural statue of a Water carrier with a pitcher on her shoulder. The contrast between the deep bronze and bright gilding is incredibly striking. The woman drips in gold jewelry and drapery, wearing arm bangles, a large necklace and outrageous earrings. Beautifully casted, the piece's details are crisp and well defined, with beautiful even patinas and gilding. She stands atop an exquisitely carved, two toned, wooden base made of three sections. A fluted column with a small garland nestled within each flute makes up the main body, while a bellied band carved to mimic tufted cushions or upholstery is sandwiched between the column and a black hexagonal ped. Attributed to the Graux-Marly Foundry. Based at 8 rue du Parc-Royal in Paris in 1860, started by Jules Graux-Marly and continued by his sons into the later 19th Century. The firm exhibited at the 1878 Paris Exhibition and was well-respected for both their figurative sculptures and decorative ornaments. Dimensions: Statue: 53.5" x 13" Base: 25.5" x 17" Overall: 79 in x 17" Circa 1870 Sold with a carved wood pedestal plinth, 25.5" h. x 17" base diameter Total height 79".
  • Creation Year:
    1870
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 53.5 in (135.89 cm)Diameter: 13 in (33.02 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SB091223-011stDibs: LU1282113198332

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