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1880s Bronze Sculptures

Émile Hébert, the Wanderer, Belle Époque Patinated Bronze Sculpture, circa 1880s
Émile Hébert, the Wanderer, Belle Époque Patinated Bronze Sculpture, circa 1880s

Émile Hébert, the Wanderer, Belle Époque Patinated Bronze Sculpture, circa 1880s

By Pierre-Eugène-Émile Hébert

Located in New York, NY

Émile Hébert, the wanderer, French Belle Époque patinated bronze sculpture, circa 1880s

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Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

1880s French Antique Bronze Sculpture “Find in Pompeii!” by Hippolyte Moulin
1880s French Antique Bronze Sculpture “Find in Pompeii!” by Hippolyte Moulin

1880s French Antique Bronze Sculpture “Find in Pompeii!” by Hippolyte Moulin

By Thiebaut Freres

Located in Shippensburg, PA

) Sand-cast and patinated bronze Signed on base "Moulin", sealed with foundry cachet for Thiebaut Freres

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Small Antique Bronze, Pug With Scarf, Gilt and Painted, 1880s, Vienna Bronze?
Small Antique Bronze, Pug With Scarf, Gilt and Painted, 1880s, Vienna Bronze?

Small Antique Bronze, Pug With Scarf, Gilt and Painted, 1880s, Vienna Bronze?

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful small bronze, depicting an pug with a red scarf around the head. Maybe Vienna bronze

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Pair of Continental Patinated Bronze Busts Of Youths, Circa 1880s
Pair of Continental Patinated Bronze Busts Of Youths, Circa 1880s

Pair of Continental Patinated Bronze Busts Of Youths, Circa 1880s

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair Continental patinated Bronze Busts Of Youths in good antique condition. Approximately 10

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Antique Late 19th Century American Other Busts

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Bronze

Impair 19 Century French Center Piece with Glass Bold, 1880s
Impair 19 Century French Center Piece with Glass Bold, 1880s

Impair 19 Century French Center Piece with Glass Bold, 1880s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19 century French center piece with glass bold, 1880s.

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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Alexandre Henri Devaulx, Centaur Nursing her Baby, French Belle Epoque, c. 1880s
Alexandre Henri Devaulx, Centaur Nursing her Baby, French Belle Epoque, c. 1880s

Alexandre Henri Devaulx, Centaur Nursing her Baby, French Belle Epoque, c. 1880s

By Alexandre Henri Devaulx

Located in New York, NY

4-1/4” This wonderfully unusual desktop sculpture of gilded bronze, depicting a beautiful female

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Antique 1850s French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

A pair of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum), Italy 1880s.
A pair of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum), Italy 1880s.

A pair of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum), Italy 1880s.

Located in Milan, IT

alabaster bases with guilt bronze profile. Connection with a spherical bronze element, with a vase-shaped

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

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Alabaster, Bronze

A branch of Mediterranean red coral on a Paesina stone base, Italy 1880s.
A branch of Mediterranean red coral on a Paesina stone base, Italy 1880s.

A branch of Mediterranean red coral on a Paesina stone base, Italy 1880s.

Located in Milan, IT

, with a central body in the shape of a parallelepiped with a bronze profile intertwined at the base

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

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Stone, Bronze

A branch of Mediterranean red coral on a lapis lazuli base, Italy 1880s.
A branch of Mediterranean red coral on a lapis lazuli base, Italy 1880s.

A branch of Mediterranean red coral on a lapis lazuli base, Italy 1880s.

Located in Milan, IT

, with a bronze profile intertwined at the base. Finally, a circular gilded bronze element, which houses

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

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Lapis Lazuli, Bronze

Antique Silvered Deer Sculpture, France, 1880s
Antique Silvered Deer Sculpture, France, 1880s

Antique Silvered Deer Sculpture, France, 1880s

$377

H 2.37 in W 3.94 in D 2.76 in

Antique Silvered Deer Sculpture, France, 1880s

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful antique silvered bronze work on a black stone base. Finely chiseled and natuarally

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Paperweights

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Bronze

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French 1880s Bronze Sculpture “Tiger Walking” by Antoine-Louis Barye
French 1880s Bronze Sculpture “Tiger Walking” by Antoine-Louis Barye

French 1880s Bronze Sculpture “Tiger Walking” by Antoine-Louis Barye

By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Antoine-Louis Barye

Located in Shippensburg, PA

ANTOINE-LOUIS BARYE France, 1796-1875 Tigre Qui Marche Sand-cast bronze with medium-brown, black

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

1880s French Bronze Sculpture of a Soldier Signed Boffil
1880s French Bronze Sculpture of a Soldier Signed Boffil

1880s French Bronze Sculpture of a Soldier Signed Boffil

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1880s French bronze sculpture of a soldier signed Boffil.

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Antique 1880s Figurative Sculptures

1880s Bronze Eagle by A. Marionnet
1880s Bronze Eagle by A. Marionnet

1880s Bronze Eagle by A. Marionnet

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H 2.25 in W 5 in D 2.25 in

1880s Bronze Eagle by A. Marionnet

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Two 1880s bronze eagles signed A. Marionnet. They have brass plaques that were originally fastened

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Antique 1880s Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century French Sculpture in Bronze Napoleon Portrait, 1880s
19th Century French Sculpture in Bronze Napoleon Portrait, 1880s

19th Century French Sculpture in Bronze Napoleon Portrait, 1880s

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful sculpture in bonze made in France years, circa 1880s. Fine portrait of Napoleon.    

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Antique 1880s French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

1880s Small French Bronze Bust Of Napoleon
1880s Small French Bronze Bust Of Napoleon

1880s Small French Bronze Bust Of Napoleon

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1880s Small French bronze bust of Napoleon on marble base. Chip in base as shown in picture.

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Antique 1880s Busts

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Bronze

19th Century French Sculpture in Bronze Giuseppina Bonaparte Portrait, 1880s
19th Century French Sculpture in Bronze Giuseppina Bonaparte Portrait, 1880s

19th Century French Sculpture in Bronze Giuseppina Bonaparte Portrait, 1880s

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful sculpture in bonze made in France years, circa 1880s. Fine portrait of Giuseppina

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Antique 1880s French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

1880s Bronze Head of a Young Boy Signed by Vincenzo Gemito
1880s Bronze Head of a Young Boy Signed by Vincenzo Gemito

1880s Bronze Head of a Young Boy Signed by Vincenzo Gemito

By Vincenzo Gemito

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

1880s Bronze head of a Sicilian adolescent boy set on a marble base, signed by Vincenzo Gemito

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20th Century Italian Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Circa 1880s "Tiger Attacking a Stag" Bronze Sculpture after Antoine-Louis Barye
Circa 1880s "Tiger Attacking a Stag" Bronze Sculpture after Antoine-Louis Barye

Circa 1880s "Tiger Attacking a Stag" Bronze Sculpture after Antoine-Louis Barye

By Antoine-Louis Barye

Located in Shippensburg, PA

his catalogue at a price of 200 francs. The present sculpture was likely cast circa 1880. Artist

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Dog Portrait of a Silvered Bronze French Bulldog circa 1880s-1890s
Dog Portrait of a Silvered Bronze French Bulldog circa 1880s-1890s

Dog Portrait of a Silvered Bronze French Bulldog circa 1880s-1890s

Located in SANTA FE, NM

Portrait of a French Bulldog European School, probably Austrian ca, 1890 Cast bronze with silver

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Late 19th Century Realist Figurative Sculptures

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Silver, Bronze

1880s French Gilt Bronze Napoleon Paperweight
1880s French Gilt Bronze Napoleon Paperweight

1880s French Gilt Bronze Napoleon Paperweight

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1880s French gilt bronze Napoleon paperweight on marble base, signed.

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Antique 1880s Busts

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Bronze

Antique Sculpture Mephisto, Cigar Cutter, Silvered Bronze, France, 1880s
Antique Sculpture Mephisto, Cigar Cutter, Silvered Bronze, France, 1880s

Antique Sculpture Mephisto, Cigar Cutter, Silvered Bronze, France, 1880s

Located in Greven, DE

Antique sculpture depicting a torso of Mephisto devil. Former used as a cigar cutter, this uility

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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique French Bronze Figural Lion Statue Signed "Vidal, " Circa 1870's-1880's
Antique French Bronze Figural Lion Statue Signed "Vidal, " Circa 1870's-1880's

Antique French Bronze Figural Lion Statue Signed "Vidal, " Circa 1870's-1880's

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique 19th Century French Bronze Figural "Lion Marchant" Statue Signed "Vidal" (Louis Vidal of

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Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

1880s Bronze Decorative Piece with Woman’s Head
1880s Bronze Decorative Piece with Woman’s Head

1880s Bronze Decorative Piece with Woman’s Head

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1880s decorative bronze piece. Woman’s head flips up. I’m not sure what this originally was. When I

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Antique 1880s Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

1880s French Bronze of Boy and Baby Lamb
1880s French Bronze of Boy and Baby Lamb

1880s French Bronze of Boy and Baby Lamb

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1880s French bronze of boy and baby lamb. Unsigned.

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Antique 1880s Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

1880s Bronze Head of a Young Boy Signed by Vincenzo Gemito
1880s Bronze Head of a Young Boy Signed by Vincenzo Gemito

1880s Bronze Head of a Young Boy Signed by Vincenzo Gemito

By Vincenzo Gemito

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

1880s bronze head of a Sicilian adolescent boy set on a marble base, signed by Vincenzo Gemito

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20th Century Italian Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of 1880s French Bronze Cherubs on Marble Bases
Pair of 1880s French Bronze Cherubs on Marble Bases

Pair of 1880s French Bronze Cherubs on Marble Bases

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Pair of 1880s French bronze cherubs on marble bases.

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Antique 1880s Figurative Sculptures

1880s Small  Dore Bronze Bust Of Shakespeare
1880s Small  Dore Bronze Bust Of Shakespeare

1880s Small Dore Bronze Bust Of Shakespeare

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Small 1890s dore bronze bust of Shakespeare on a marble base.

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Antique 1890s Busts

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Bronze

Extra Large & Amazingly Detailed Blacksmith Sculpture by Wilhelm Albermann 1880s
Extra Large & Amazingly Detailed Blacksmith Sculpture by Wilhelm Albermann 1880s

Extra Large & Amazingly Detailed Blacksmith Sculpture by Wilhelm Albermann 1880s

By Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Albermann

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautifully patinated and largest available, famous 19th century sculpture of a blacksmith. If

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Antique 19th Century French Biedermeier Natural Specimens

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Metal

A pair of branches of Mediterranean red coral, on malachite bases, Italy 1880s.
A pair of branches of Mediterranean red coral, on malachite bases, Italy 1880s.

A pair of branches of Mediterranean red coral, on malachite bases, Italy 1880s.

Located in Milan, IT

, with an intertwined bronze profile at the base. Finally, a circular gilded bronze element that holds

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

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Malachite, Bronze

1880s Bronze Sculpture Bust Villanis Sapho Metal Patina
1880s Bronze Sculpture Bust Villanis Sapho Metal Patina

1880s Bronze Sculpture Bust Villanis Sapho Metal Patina

Located in Lyon, RH-Alps

bronze sculpture 1880's signed emmanuel villanis ( 1858 - 1914 ) this artefact shows sapho

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20th Century French Sculptures

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Bronze

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Bronze Statue of the Roman Greek Wrestler Milo of Croton After Dumont
Bronze Statue of the Roman Greek Wrestler Milo of Croton After Dumont

Bronze Statue of the Roman Greek Wrestler Milo of Croton After Dumont

By Jacques-Edme Dumont

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A fairly large 19th century French bronze statue of the Milo of Croton on a stepped marble base after the original marble statue by sculptor Edme Dumont (1720-1775) displayed in the ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

"Modern Dancer", Extremely Rare Depiction of Male Nude, Bronze, poss. Leon Barte
"Modern Dancer", Extremely Rare Depiction of Male Nude, Bronze, poss. Leon Barte

"Modern Dancer", Extremely Rare Depiction of Male Nude, Bronze, poss. Leon Barte

By Emmanuel Andrew Cavacos

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A rare and superb depiction of modern dance in the era of the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo and modern dance pioneers such as Martha Graham, this figure of a modern male dancer, his ar...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Grand Tour Male Nude Bronze Sculpture
Grand Tour Male Nude Bronze Sculpture

Grand Tour Male Nude Bronze Sculpture

Located in Houston, TX

Early 20th Century bronze male nude sculpture on wood pedestal base.

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20th Century Renaissance Revival Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th C. Italian Bronze Grand Tour Sculpture Nude Discuss Athlete, in Repose
19th C. Italian Bronze Grand Tour Sculpture Nude Discuss Athlete, in Repose

19th C. Italian Bronze Grand Tour Sculpture Nude Discuss Athlete, in Repose

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th C. Italian Bronze Grand Tour Sculpture Nude Discuss Athlete, in Repose Attributed to the Naples Foundry, mid-19th century or older casting A 19th-century Italian Grand Tour ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Neoclassical Greco-Roman Patrician Figurative Sculpture
Neoclassical Greco-Roman Patrician Figurative Sculpture

Neoclassical Greco-Roman Patrician Figurative Sculpture

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Handsome figurative Greco-Roman style nude Patrician sculpture crafted in the neoclassical taste. The figurative sculpture is constructed from resin composite and has a weathered pai...

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20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Resin, Lacquer

Antique Victorian Bronze Sculpture of Greek God Apollo 19th Century
Antique Victorian Bronze Sculpture of Greek God Apollo 19th Century

Antique Victorian Bronze Sculpture of Greek God Apollo 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a truly magnificent antique Victorian patinated bronze sculpture of the famous Greek God Apollo, modelled upon a shaped circular socle, inscribed monogram 'NF' and numbered 2...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Apollo Belvedere Grand tour Bronze "A Messina Roma" 19th Century Great Detail
Apollo Belvedere Grand tour Bronze "A Messina Roma" 19th Century Great Detail

Apollo Belvedere Grand tour Bronze "A Messina Roma" 19th Century Great Detail

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Apollo Belvedere Grand tour Bronze "A Messina Roma" 19th Century Great Detail Used, Good condition, View all photos for the most accurate details on condition and appearance. Dimen...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

David del Donatello sculpture in bronze
David del Donatello sculpture in bronze

David del Donatello sculpture in bronze

$4,307Sale Price|20% Off

H 37.41 in W 14.18 in D 11.82 in

David del Donatello sculpture in bronze

Located in Rome, IT

David del Donatello sculpture in bronze. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND QUOTE FOR SHIPPING COST CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EMAIL. ULTERIORI FOTO, INFORMAZIONI SUL LO...

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20th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th century grand tour bronze classical male figurative sculpture
19th century grand tour bronze classical male figurative sculpture

19th century grand tour bronze classical male figurative sculpture

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a 19th century classical male sculpture in bronze. This is a sculpture that would have been purchased on your grand tour of Europe. This male figure has a classical pose with...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Nude Male Bronze Sculpture Fountain
Nude Male Bronze Sculpture Fountain

Nude Male Bronze Sculpture Fountain

$15,196Sale Price|20% Off

H 22 in W 14.25 in D 11 in

Nude Male Bronze Sculpture Fountain

Located in Malibu, CA

Bronze male sculpture signed. Fonderia Giorgio Sommer Calabritto Napoli Thomas, sculptor, lived and worked in the Naples area, and especially on Capri, from 1889 to 1906. Given this ...

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20th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

Fine French 19th Century Bronze Figure of "Milo of Croton & Lion" After Falconet
Fine French 19th Century Bronze Figure of "Milo of Croton & Lion" After Falconet

Fine French 19th Century Bronze Figure of "Milo of Croton & Lion" After Falconet

By Étienne Maurice Falconet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine French 19th century Patinated bronze Figure of "Milo of Croton and the Lion" after the marble sculpture of Milon de Crotone by renown French sculptor Étienne Maurice Falc...

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Antique 19th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

ANTIQUE FRENCH GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF MARS
ANTIQUE FRENCH GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF MARS

ANTIQUE FRENCH GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF MARS

Located in Milan, IT

BRONZE FIGURE OF MARS, 18th Century gilt bronze on marble base 35.6 x 8.9 x 7.6 cm 14 x 3 1/2 x 3 in

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18th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Ignacio Gallo, Dancing with Satyr, Spanish Art Deco Silvered Bronze, circa 1920s
Ignacio Gallo, Dancing with Satyr, Spanish Art Deco Silvered Bronze, circa 1920s

Ignacio Gallo, Dancing with Satyr, Spanish Art Deco Silvered Bronze, circa 1920s

By Ignacio Gallo

Located in New York, NY

Ignacio Gallo (Spanish/French, 1850-1935) was a Spanish sculptor, who was active as a sculptor and engraver in Madrid and Paris in the interwar period. His works show animal scenes, ...

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Vintage 1920s Spanish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

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1880s Bronze Sculptures For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1880s bronze sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct 1880s bronze sculptures — often made from metal, bronze and stone — can elevate any home. 1880s bronze sculptures have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 1880s bronze sculptures bearing Neoclassical or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 1880s bronze sculptures over the years, but those made by Antoine-Louis Barye, Ferdinand Barbedienne and F. Barbedienne Foundry are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1880s Bronze Sculptures?

1880s bronze sculptures can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,739, while the lowest priced sells for $350 and the highest can go for as much as $207,726.

Finding the Right Sculptures for You

Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.

A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.

Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?

When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.

Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.

Questions About 1880s Bronze Sculptures
  • It means that the sculpture is made from bronze and not a resin
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Many artists are famous for bronze sculptures. Some well-known works include L’Homme Au Doigt by Alberto Giacometti, The Thinker by Auguste Rodin, the Baldachin of San Pedro by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, the Bronco Buster by Frederic Remington and David by Donatello. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze sculptures from some of the world's top galleries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, bronze sculptures are indeed cast. The sculptures are made by pouring the molten metal into a cast or mold, and leaving it to set. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of bronze sculptures from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, bronze sculptures may be worth something. The artist, age, size, subject matter and condition of sculptures all play a role in determining their value. Bronze pieces by well-known artists like Alberto Giacometti and Constantin Brâncuși have sold for millions in the past. If a sculpture doesn't have much value based on its artistic merit, historical importance or other characteristics, the bronze metal itself may have value as scrap metal. For a valuation of a particular piece, use the services of an experienced art dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze sculptures.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    The South Indian dynasty that was the most famous for bronze sculptures was the Chola dynasty, which lasted from the 300s BCE to 1279 CE. Artisans of the time produced sculptures for impressive temples like the Great Living Chola Temples in Tamil Nadu, which were constructed during the period. Find a range of bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To make his bronze sculptures, Alberto Giacometti first created the form and shape with clay and plaster. He would often revise his model many times before producing the final mold for the bronze. You'll find a collection of Alberto Giacometti art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a bronze sculpture is real, start by scratching the dark coating on the metal called the patina. If the mark appears reddish-gold to yellow in color, you likely have an authentic bronze piece. Black or gray indicates a replica. When you strike a bronze statue, it should produce a ringing sound. A thud or knocking sound likely means the piece is another type of metal. Find a collection of expertly vetted bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bronze will begin to patina as it ages, and is a great way to check the age of a bronze piece. Bronze generally uses copper as an alloy, which captures an underlying and beautiful pink color. You can also have a professional determine the age of your bronze sculpture. Shop a collection of antique bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    No one knows who produced the first bronze sculpture. The oldest known bronze statue, Dancing Girl, dates back to approximately 2500 BCE and was created in lost-wax casting by an unknown artist. It is said to have originated from the Indus Valley Civilization in what is now Pakistan. Shop a selection of bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Nataraja is the most famous of the Chola bronze sculptures. These pieces depict the god Shiva dancing joyfully. Shiva was the deity believed to protect the Chola dynasty. As a result, many artisans produced works depicting the god. Shop a range of bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of the most famous bronze sculptures by Auguste Rodin is “The Thinker,” a depiction of a male figure sitting on a rock, leaning over with his head resting on his chin in contemplation. Auguste Rodin was a French sculptor who many consider the founder of modern sculpture. Many of his pieces are popular in today’s art world. Browse a range of Auguste Rodin art from reputable sellers on 1stDibs.