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"Putti Ou Angelot à L’oiseau" XIXth century Bronze sculpture by Auguste Moreau
"Putti Ou Angelot à L’oiseau" XIXth century Bronze sculpture by Auguste Moreau

"Putti Ou Angelot à L’oiseau" XIXth century Bronze sculpture by Auguste Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Marseille, FR

"Putti ou angelot à l’oiseau" ( Putti or the cherub and the bird ) , bronze sculpture with a beautiful brown patina by Auguste Moreau (1834-1917) 19th century, Measure: Height 71cm.

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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

L'Enfant à La Jarre by Auguste Louis Mathurin Moreau, Bronze Double Patina
L'Enfant à La Jarre by Auguste Louis Mathurin Moreau, Bronze Double Patina

L'Enfant à La Jarre by Auguste Louis Mathurin Moreau, Bronze Double Patina

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Auguste Louis Mathurin Moreau (1834-1917). Bronze double patina light brown, dark brown origin.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Farm Girl by Mathurin Moreau
Farm Girl by Mathurin Moreau

Farm Girl by Mathurin Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in London, GB

A very beautiful Art Nouveau bronze study of a young farm girl seated upon a wall in deep contemplation with a pail in her hand. Raised on a shaped marble plinth with turning mechani...

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1880s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bronze of a Partially Naked Boy with a Water Jug
Bronze of a Partially Naked Boy with a Water Jug

Bronze of a Partially Naked Boy with a Water Jug

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Woodbury, CT

A well cast bronze, signed on the rocky base Auguste Moreau is a 20th century reproduction of one of Moreau's most famous works The boy carries a leaking water jug suspended from a ...

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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

"Jeune Fille à La Fontaine" Bronze Sculpture
"Jeune Fille à La Fontaine" Bronze Sculpture

"Jeune Fille à La Fontaine" Bronze Sculpture

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Marseille, FR

“Jeune fille à la fontaine” ( Young girl on a fountain ), XIXth century rare bronze sculpture with brown patina and Sienne Marble by Mathurin Moreau 1822-1912.

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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Figure of a Maiden Filling a Jug by a Fountain by Mathurin Moreau
Bronze Figure of a Maiden Filling a Jug by a Fountain by Mathurin Moreau

Bronze Figure of a Maiden Filling a Jug by a Fountain by Mathurin Moreau

Located in London, GB

A wonderful 19th century bronze figure of a girl by a fountain filling a jug.

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Antique 19th Century French More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Bronze

19th Century sculpture of Female in Bronze, titled "The Berry Gatherer"
19th Century sculpture of Female in Bronze, titled "The Berry Gatherer"

19th Century sculpture of Female in Bronze, titled "The Berry Gatherer"

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Washington, DC

Mathurin Moreau was arguably one of the most successful French sculptors of the nineteenth century. He enjoyed early success in his career and his work was consistently popular with...

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Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century sculpture of seated Female Nymph in Bronze, with red Marble Base
19th Century sculpture of seated Female Nymph in Bronze, with red Marble Base

19th Century sculpture of seated Female Nymph in Bronze, with red Marble Base

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Washington, DC

Mathurin Moreau was arguably one of the most successful French sculptors of the nineteenth century. He enjoyed early success in his career and his work was consistently popular with...

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Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Cast Bronze Statue of a Boy and Girl, Signed A. Moreau
Cast Bronze Statue of a Boy and Girl, Signed A. Moreau

Cast Bronze Statue of a Boy and Girl, Signed A. Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Dallas, TX

This French bronze features a little girl graciously kissing a younger boy’s forehead.

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Late 20th Century European More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture by Auguste Moreau
A Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture by Auguste Moreau

A Late 19th Century Bronze Sculpture by Auguste Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Signed Auguste Moreau to bronze. Raised over a circular marble base.

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Statue by A. Moreau
Statue by A. Moreau

Statue by A. Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Dallas, TX

The original bronzes were almost always larger and smaller versions were made to be easily produced in spelter, or ragule in French, then given a patintaed bronze finish, most often ...

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Antique 1890s French Figurative Sculptures

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Spelter

Impressive 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze Lidded Urn by A Moreau
Impressive 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze Lidded Urn by A Moreau

Impressive 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze Lidded Urn by A Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Late 19th Century Bronze Urn. Impressive 19th Century Bronze Neoclassical Urn Standing in a Marble plinth with a socle comprising of four finely detailed lion face masks.

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Antique 1890s French Urns

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Bronze

Impressive bronze sculpture of a nymph by Mathurin Moreau, 1865.
Impressive bronze sculpture of a nymph by Mathurin Moreau, 1865.

Impressive bronze sculpture of a nymph by Mathurin Moreau, 1865.

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Antwerp, BE

Moreau. and the Colin foundry mark. A picture of this bronze nr. 4430 is in the book
 “Bronzes, sculptors and founders” by H.

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Sculptures

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Bronze

"Le Pot Cassé" a French Bronze Sculpture by Auguste Moreau
"Le Pot Cassé" a French Bronze Sculpture by Auguste Moreau

"Le Pot Cassé" a French Bronze Sculpture by Auguste Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Auguste Moreau (1834-1917) "Le Pot Cassé" A two patinas bronze sculpture A young boy holding a pierced water pot Original planter receiver inside pot Signed Auguste Moreau Engr...

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Antique 1870s French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Hippolyte Moreau "Les Soeurs" Patinated Bronze
Hippolyte Moreau "Les Soeurs" Patinated Bronze

Hippolyte Moreau "Les Soeurs" Patinated Bronze

Located in Astoria, NY

Hippolyte Francois Moreau (French, 1832-1927) "Les Soeurs" [The Sisters] Patinated Bronze Sculpture, late 19th century, depicting a woman and a child standing among waves, carrying a...

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Sculpture Representing a Bust of a Woman in Gilded Bronze by Mathurin Moreau.
Sculpture Representing a Bust of a Woman in Gilded Bronze by Mathurin Moreau.

Sculpture Representing a Bust of a Woman in Gilded Bronze by Mathurin Moreau.

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Sculpture representing a bust of a woman in gilded bronze by Mathurin Moreau, 19th century, Napoleon III period.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Busts

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Bronze

Antique Bronze “Two Putti with a Dish” Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)
Antique Bronze “Two Putti with a Dish” Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)

Antique Bronze “Two Putti with a Dish” Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Westfield, MA

This stunning antique bronze sculpture, titled “Two Putti with a Dish,” is signed “Aug Moreau” and attributed to the renowned French sculptor Auguste Moreau (1834-1917).

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century French Patinated Bronze Female Figure Signed L. A. Moreau
19th Century French Patinated Bronze Female Figure Signed L. A. Moreau

19th Century French Patinated Bronze Female Figure Signed L. A. Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Dallas, TX

Louis Auguste Moreau (1855-1919), was a French sculptor best known for his bronze-cast figurines.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century Small Bronze Statuette of a Putti by Auguste Moreau
19th Century Small Bronze Statuette of a Putti by Auguste Moreau

19th Century Small Bronze Statuette of a Putti by Auguste Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Cute little bronze statue by the famous French sculptor Auguste Moreau.

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Antique 1870s French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Bronze Sculpture, Putti Playing with a Billy Goat by Auguste Moreau
Bronze Sculpture, Putti Playing with a Billy Goat by Auguste Moreau

Bronze Sculpture, Putti Playing with a Billy Goat by Auguste Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Paris, FR

The group is set on a red griotte marble base lined with a frieze of gilt bronze beading. Signed on the ground: A. Moreau, circa 1880.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

A fine 19th century bronze entitled " Amor and Fortuna'' by Aug Moreau
A fine 19th century bronze entitled " Amor and Fortuna'' by Aug Moreau

A fine 19th century bronze entitled " Amor and Fortuna'' by Aug Moreau

By August Moreau

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine large 19th century patinated bronze depicting Love and good fortune by Aug. Moreau.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

A French Napoleon III Bronze Vide-Poches by Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)
A French Napoleon III Bronze Vide-Poches by Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)

A French Napoleon III Bronze Vide-Poches by Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Auguste MOREAU (1834-1917) Vide-poche in the shape of a helmet forged by a Love Proof in bronze with golden and brown patina Signed on the terrace Napoléon III Period Circa 1900 Aug...

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Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Bronze

A fine 19th century French gilt bronze sculpture of Amphitrite by Aug Moreau
A fine 19th century French gilt bronze sculpture of Amphitrite by Aug Moreau

A fine 19th century French gilt bronze sculpture of Amphitrite by Aug Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine 19th century French gilt bronze sculpture of Amphitrite by Auguste Moreau.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Palatial Bronze Sculpture of a Young Girl Picking Fruit by Mathurin Moreau
Palatial Bronze Sculpture of a Young Girl Picking Fruit by Mathurin Moreau

Palatial Bronze Sculpture of a Young Girl Picking Fruit by Mathurin Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Stamford, CT

Palatial bronze sculpture of a young girl picking grapes signed Mathurin Moreau, bearing the Foundry Seal.

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20th Century French Belle Époque Statues

WHISPERING CHILDREN AKA SECRETS BY AUGUSTE MOREAU BRONZE
WHISPERING CHILDREN AKA SECRETS BY AUGUSTE MOREAU BRONZE

WHISPERING CHILDREN AKA SECRETS BY AUGUSTE MOREAU BRONZE

By Louis Auguste Moreau

Located in Pasadena, CA

BRONZE SCULPTURE OF 2 CHILDREN AFTER AUGUSTE MOREAU: Les Deux Enfants a la Gerbe de Fleurs, patinated bronze, signed Auguste Moreau,

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Late 19th Century Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

A Notable Pair of Antique Amorini After a Model by Mathurin Moreau
A Notable Pair of Antique Amorini After a Model by Mathurin Moreau

A Notable Pair of Antique Amorini After a Model by Mathurin Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in London, GB

Mounted on socles of marmo giallo, the finely cast and chased addorsed male and female amorini, with attendant butterfly and dragonfly being constructed in a patinated and a gilt bro...

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20th Century French Sculptures

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Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Art Nouveau Study Entitled 'A La Fountaine' by Mathurin Moreau
Art Nouveau Study Entitled 'A La Fountaine' by Mathurin Moreau

Art Nouveau Study Entitled 'A La Fountaine' by Mathurin Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in London, GB

The bronze surface with excellent rich brown patina and fine detail, signed Math Moreau, with foundry mark and impressed date of 1898.

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Bronze figure of Diana goddess of the Hunt, signed Mathurin Moreau
Bronze figure of Diana goddess of the Hunt, signed Mathurin Moreau

Bronze figure of Diana goddess of the Hunt, signed Mathurin Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Paris, FR

The sculpture is signed "Moreau Math. Hors concours" on the base. The statue rests on a pink marble base with a gilded bronze mount.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

"Bacchus and Child with a Panther", Signed "Moreau", France, 19th Century
"Bacchus and Child with a Panther", Signed "Moreau", France, 19th Century

"Bacchus and Child with a Panther", Signed "Moreau", France, 19th Century

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Madrid, ES

The subject of Bacchus child with other figures and a panther was relatively frequent in this type of small figures of bronze in France during century XIX. For example, Claude Michel...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

20th Century Bronzed Figurine of a Shepherd, H. F. Moreau
20th Century Bronzed Figurine of a Shepherd, H. F. Moreau

20th Century Bronzed Figurine of a Shepherd, H. F. Moreau

Located in Opole, PL

Item signed - H.F. Moreau (1832-1927) This item is in very good condition.

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Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Spelter

Louis Auguste Mathurin Moreau (1855-1919) French Bronze Sculpture of a Boy
Louis Auguste Mathurin Moreau (1855-1919) French Bronze Sculpture of a Boy

Louis Auguste Mathurin Moreau (1855-1919) French Bronze Sculpture of a Boy

Located in New York, NY

French 19 century Patinated statue of a boy by Louis Auguste Mathurin Moreau (1855-1919).

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Exquisite French Bronze, Rouge Marble, and Sèvres Style Porcelain Sculpture
Exquisite French Bronze, Rouge Marble, and Sèvres Style Porcelain Sculpture

Exquisite French Bronze, Rouge Marble, and Sèvres Style Porcelain Sculpture

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Queens, NY

An Exquisite French gilt and patinated bronze sculpture of Venus, resting on a Sèvres style cobalt blue enameled porcelain pedestal, on rouge marble base, by Mathurin Moreau, circa 1...

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19th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

"Elegance" - Early 20th Century Antique Bronze Woman Sculpture
"Elegance" - Early 20th Century Antique Bronze Woman Sculpture

"Elegance" - Early 20th Century Antique Bronze Woman Sculpture

By Louis Auguste Moreau

Located in New Orleans, LA

An exquisite bronze by French sculptor Auguste Moreau, a very highly regarded artist who showed regularly in the Paris Salon shows in the early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

L'Espiegle  du Salon des Beaux ARTS
L'Espiegle  du Salon des Beaux ARTS

L'Espiegle du Salon des Beaux ARTS

By (After) Gustave Moreau

Located in Pasadena, CA

AUGUSTE MOREAU (FRENCH 1834-1917) THE SPIRIT bronze, dark brown patina, signed, the base with a plaque titled 'L'ESPIÈGLE / Salon des Beaux Arts / By Aug.

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Late 19th Century Romantic Sculptures

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Bronze

Cast Bronze Statue of Eros, Signed A. Moreau
Cast Bronze Statue of Eros, Signed A. Moreau

Cast Bronze Statue of Eros, Signed A. Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Dallas, TX

The original was executed by Auguste Moreau in France, in the late 1800s or early 1900s.

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Late 20th Century European More Furniture and Collectibles

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Marble, Bronze

Aug. Moreau Bronze Statue Entitled 'amour à l'arc'
Aug. Moreau Bronze Statue Entitled 'amour à l'arc'

Aug. Moreau Bronze Statue Entitled 'amour à l'arc'

By August Moreau

Located in Brighton, Sussex

Entitled; amour à l'arc (love to the bow) Signed ; Aug.Moreau (French, 1855–1919) Louis Auguste Moreau born, was a French sculptor best known for his bronze-cast figurines.

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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Art Deco Style Bronze & Glass Lady Sculpture Floor Lamp after A. Moreau
Large Art Deco Style Bronze & Glass Lady Sculpture Floor Lamp after A. Moreau

Large Art Deco Style Bronze & Glass Lady Sculpture Floor Lamp after A. Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Lisse, NL

We believe that this stunningly patinated, bronze lamp was made around 1970 with the use of maybe an old mold of Auguste Moreau.

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20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Bronze

Rare L & F. Moreau Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Triumphant Maiden
Rare L & F. Moreau Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Triumphant Maiden

Rare L & F. Moreau Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Triumphant Maiden

By Louis & François Moreau

Located in Guaynabo, PR

After brothers Louis & Francois Moreau, rare bronze sculpture of a maiden. In triumphant posture looking up to heaven, she is holding a wreath of laurel leaves in her right hand and ...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Fine Quality Patinated Bronze Statue of a Robed Woman by Hippolyte Moreau
Fine Quality Patinated Bronze Statue of a Robed Woman by Hippolyte Moreau

Fine Quality Patinated Bronze Statue of a Robed Woman by Hippolyte Moreau

By Hippolyte François Moreau

Located in New York, NY

The patinated bronze of a beautiful woman featuring a bird and representing spring.

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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Mathurin Moreau, a Bronze Sculpture La Torche 'the Torch'
Mathurin Moreau, a Bronze Sculpture La Torche 'the Torch'

Mathurin Moreau, a Bronze Sculpture La Torche 'the Torch'

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mathurin Moreau (1822-1912). A bronze sculpture La Torche (The Torch), French School mid brown patina, finely cast and chiseled, signed Math Moreau Hors Concours Height to top...

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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Figure of a Young Handsome Warrior, Artist Signed
Antique Bronze Figure of a Young Handsome Warrior, Artist Signed

Antique Bronze Figure of a Young Handsome Warrior, Artist Signed

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Petaluma, CA

Artist signed "Mathurin Moreau". Mathurin was one of several brothers who sculpted.

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Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Revival Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Statue of a Classical Woman Composer after Moreau, circa 1890
Antique Bronze Statue of a Classical Woman Composer after Moreau, circa 1890

Antique Bronze Statue of a Classical Woman Composer after Moreau, circa 1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

A sculpture after Moreau offers bronze cast of seated Classical woman composing music with lyre harp and scroll, stamped Moreau on seat as photographed, c1890 Measures- 8.25''H x ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

"Mother and Child" Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Woman Carrying Harvest Green
"Mother and Child" Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Woman Carrying Harvest Green

"Mother and Child" Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Woman Carrying Harvest Green

By Louis Auguste Moreau

Located in Austin, TX

20 inches tall x 11 inches wide at base. Signed. Numbered 6/100 A cast bronze sculpture that depicts an adult female, rural worker, mid-stride, holding a large bundle of wood on her...

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Mary, Queen of Scots
Mary, Queen of Scots

Mary, Queen of Scots

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Douglas, Isle of Man

Mathurin Moreau 1822-1912, was an important French sculptor who won many prizes in the Salons and World fair during the 19th Century.

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Late 19th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Auguste Moreau Bronze Sculputre , Boy Riding a Beetle
Auguste Moreau Bronze Sculputre , Boy Riding a Beetle

Auguste Moreau Bronze Sculputre , Boy Riding a Beetle

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Chicago, IL

This whimsical piece is sculpted and signed by the Art Nouveau French artist Auguste Moreau and executed between 1890 and 1910.

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Early 20th Century French Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Paul Moreau-Vauthier a Patinated Bronze Figural Vase
Paul Moreau-Vauthier a Patinated Bronze Figural Vase

Paul Moreau-Vauthier a Patinated Bronze Figural Vase

By Paul Moreau-Vauthier

Located in Fairfax, VA

Cast bronze with a young female sprite and a putto climbing leafy tree and two figural putto handles. Presentation piece.  

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases

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Bronze

Bronze Statue "The Spring” by Mathurin Moreau
Bronze Statue "The Spring” by Mathurin Moreau

Bronze Statue "The Spring” by Mathurin Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Paris, FR

Bronze Statue “La Source” ( The Spring ) by Mathurin Moreau (1822-1912) A bronze representinga young woman drinking water from a spring with the help of a shell known as the the...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

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    To make a bronze cannon, it was first cast in molds of clay and suspended vertically in a pit. Although bronze was expensive, it was the material chosen over wrought and cast iron because of its durability. You can shop a collection of bronze cannons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if an ornament is bronze, strike it gently with something weighty, such as the handle of a butter knife. Genuine bronze will produce a sustained ringing sound. When struck similarly, other metals tend to make a dull thunking noise. For assistance with the identification process, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of bronze decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The metallic finish known as antique bronze boasts a profound, dark chocolate finish that nearly approaches black. The antique bronze color is primarily a color from the brown color family.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese bronze is an alloy of copper and tin. The material was influential in China’s growth and development from roughly 3300 to 1200 B.C. Due to its durability and abundance, bronze was used to make weapons and tools during this time. Shop a collection of Chinese bronze goods on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese bronze censer is a decorative bowl fashioned out of bronze metal. Its purpose is to hold burning incense. In addition to bronze, the Chinese made censers out of copper, porcelain and stone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chinese bronze censers.