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French 19th Century Bronze Statue of Woman Signed Pierre Marie Francois Oge
French 19th Century Bronze Statue of Woman Signed Pierre Marie Francois Oge

French 19th Century Bronze Statue of Woman Signed Pierre Marie Francois Oge

By Pierre Marie Francis OGE

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

French 19th Century Bronze Statue of Woman Signed Pierre Marie Francois Oge Pierre Marie François

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

An Orientalist Lifesize Figural Bronze Statue, Attributed to Louis Hottot
An Orientalist Lifesize Figural Bronze Statue, Attributed to Louis Hottot

An Orientalist Lifesize Figural Bronze Statue, Attributed to Louis Hottot

By Louis Hottot

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

An Orientalist Lifesize Figural Bronze Statue, Attributed to Louis Hottot (French, 1834-1906

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Diana the Huntress by Jean-Antoin  Houdo
19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Diana the Huntress by Jean-Antoin  Houdo

19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Diana the Huntress by Jean-Antoin Houdo

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Spectacular French 19th century bronze statue of Diana the Huntress, signed by HOUDON. This

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Italian Grand Tour Bronze Statues of Greco-Roman Males, Set of Three
Italian Grand Tour Bronze Statues of Greco-Roman Males, Set of Three

Italian Grand Tour Bronze Statues of Greco-Roman Males, Set of Three

Located in Bradenton, FL

Grand Tour Bronze statues of three nude males from mythology, all in various poses. These small

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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

French Late 19th Century Bronze Statue Signed by Ralph Charles Peyre
French Late 19th Century Bronze Statue Signed by Ralph Charles Peyre

French Late 19th Century Bronze Statue Signed by Ralph Charles Peyre

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A charming and wonderfully detailed French late 19th century bronze statue signed by Ralph Charles

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Orientalist Arab 8 Day Gilt Bronze Statue Clock Garniture, 1880
Antique French Orientalist Arab 8 Day Gilt Bronze Statue Clock Garniture, 1880

Antique French Orientalist Arab 8 Day Gilt Bronze Statue Clock Garniture, 1880

Located in Portland, OR

A Fine & important French bronze statue 8 day clock garniture in the Orientalist style, circa 1880

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1880s French Islamic Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Gold, Silver, Bronze, Enamel

True Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Bronze Statues of Soldiers
True Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Bronze Statues of Soldiers

True Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Bronze Statues of Soldiers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking and very high quality true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

The Flying Horse of Gansu Set as a Lamp   This is a bronze statue
The Flying Horse of Gansu Set as a Lamp   This is a bronze statue

The Flying Horse of Gansu Set as a Lamp This is a bronze statue

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

The Flying Horse of Gansu Set as a Lamp This is a bronze statue of The Flying Horse of Gansu

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Early 1900s Chinoiserie Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue Signed P. Dubois And F. Barbedienne
French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue Signed P. Dubois And F. Barbedienne

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue Signed P. Dubois And F. Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional French 19th century patinated bronze statue signed P. Dubois and F. Barbedienne. The

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Statue Titled "Retour De Pêche"
French 19th Century Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Statue Titled "Retour De Pêche"

French 19th Century Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Statue Titled "Retour De Pêche"

By Henryk Kossowski

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional French 19th century ormolu and patinated bronze statue titled "Retour de Pêche

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Graux Marly Large Bronze Statue of a Classical Female Figure, 19th Century
Graux Marly Large Bronze Statue of a Classical Female Figure, 19th Century

Graux Marly Large Bronze Statue of a Classical Female Figure, 19th Century

By Graux Marly

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality large 19th century French bronze statue of a classical female figure signed

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Statue of Young Henri IV
19th Century French Bronze Statue of Young Henri IV

19th Century French Bronze Statue of Young Henri IV

Located in Dallas, TX

This 19th century French Renaissance bronze statue of a Young Henri IV is after Baron F. J. Bosio

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1890s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Roman Bronze Statue of Youth
Roman Bronze Statue of Youth

Roman Bronze Statue of Youth

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A cast, Roman, Grand Tour bronze figure of a youth. Wonderful patina. Measures : Statue is 23"H

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Early 1900s Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

pair of French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues
pair of French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues

pair of French 19th century Empire st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

statues. Each wonderfully decorative statue of a dancing maiden is raised on a square patinated Bronze

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19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Hebe and The Eagle of Jupiter Bronze Statue by Roulleau, 1885
Hebe and The Eagle of Jupiter Bronze Statue by Roulleau, 1885

Hebe and The Eagle of Jupiter Bronze Statue by Roulleau, 1885

By Jules Pierre Roulleau, Thiebaut Freres

Located in Lisbon, PT

A Hebe and The Eagle of Jupiter Bronze Statue by Jules Pierre Roulleau. Statue depicting the

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Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Italian Mid-19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of the Farnesse Bull
Italian Mid-19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of the Farnesse Bull

Italian Mid-19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of the Farnesse Bull

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most handsome and large scale Italian mid 19th century patinated bronze statue of the Farnese

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19th Century Italian Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880
Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880

Stunning Antique French Bronze Statue on Inkwell Stand, circa 1880

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

stand with French bronze statue The condition is good, the right ink well top isn’t attached

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1880s French High Victorian Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

E Picault Gilt Bronze Statue Titled "Gratus Animus " or "Gratitiude"
E Picault Gilt Bronze Statue Titled "Gratus Animus " or "Gratitiude"

E Picault Gilt Bronze Statue Titled "Gratus Animus " or "Gratitiude"

By Émile Louis Picault

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A beautifully cast late 19 century French bronze statue by Emile Picault of a classically draped

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Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. marble, Ormolu, and bronze statue
Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. marble, Ormolu, and bronze statue

Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. marble, Ormolu, and bronze statue

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, and patinated Bronze statue of Ajax the Great. This wonderful bust of Ajax the Great, a mythological

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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze statues of Rebecca and Ruth
Pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze statues of Rebecca and Ruth

Pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze statues of Rebecca and Ruth

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An important and high-quality pair of French 19th century patinated Bronze statues of Rebecca and

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

True Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze Statues
True Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze Statues

True Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze Statues

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bronze statues of dancing Putti. This very decorative pair of statues are mounted on square rectangular

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze Statue of L'Enlevement des Sabines
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze Statue of L'Enlevement des Sabines

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze Statue of L'Enlevement des Sabines

By Zacharie Raingo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking French 19th century Louis XVI st. bronze statue of L'Enlevement des Sabines signed

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Statue: Bacchante
19th Century Bronze Statue: Bacchante

19th Century Bronze Statue: Bacchante

Located in Paris, FR

This statue featuring a Bacchante is crafted of patinated bronze. In Roman mythology, Bacchae, or

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

Large Bronze Statue of Hippomene
Large Bronze Statue of Hippomene

Large Bronze Statue of Hippomene

Located in Stamford, CT

Depiction of Hippomene, a character of Greek mythology. He was the only male worthy to wed Atalanta, the famous virgin huntress of the king. Restored by Smith and Plowden, who do all...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Statue Sculpture of Ganesh Indian or Nepalese Bronze Hindu Statue
Bronze Statue Sculpture of Ganesh Indian or Nepalese Bronze Hindu Statue

Bronze Statue Sculpture of Ganesh Indian or Nepalese Bronze Hindu Statue

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Indian or Nepalese Ganesh Ganesha Bronze Statue Sculpture. Beautiful bronze sculpture of Ganesh

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

True Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu And Bronze Statues
True Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu And Bronze Statues

True Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu And Bronze Statues

By Paul Dubois

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bronze statues, signed Paul Dubois. Each beautiful maiden is raised by an Ormolu and patinated Bronze

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of French 19th Century Bronze Statues of Mercury and Fortuna
Pair of French 19th Century Bronze Statues of Mercury and Fortuna

Pair of French 19th Century Bronze Statues of Mercury and Fortuna

By Claude Michel Clodion

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

chased cherubs playing and sculpting statues. Above are the patinated bronze statues of Fortuna and

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue, Signed Moreau
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue, Signed Moreau

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue, Signed Moreau

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A charming and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and patinated bronze statue of

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Italian Belle Epoque Period Bronze statue titled Il Granchio signed by De Lotto
Italian Belle Epoque Period Bronze statue titled Il Granchio signed by De Lotto

Italian Belle Epoque Period Bronze statue titled Il Granchio signed by De Lotto

By Annibale De Lotto 1

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A delightful and most charming Italian Turn of the Century Belle Epoque Period patinated Bronze

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19th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Italian 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Augustus of Prima Porta
Italian 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Augustus of Prima Porta

Italian 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Augustus of Prima Porta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and high quality Italian 19th century patinated bronze statue of Augustus of Prima Porta

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19th Century Italian Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Ancient Bronze and Marble "Young Fisherman" Statue
Ancient Bronze and Marble "Young Fisherman" Statue

Ancient Bronze and Marble "Young Fisherman" Statue

By Giovanni De Martino

Located in Roma, IT

Bronze statue of a fisherman mounted on a marble base. It depicts a boy in torn shorts carrying a

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1920s European Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Statue
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Statue

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Statue

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

statue is raised by an oval and mottled patinated bronze base. Above, is the beautiful ormolu and

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

A Patinated Bronze Statue of a Seated  Greek  Scholar signed Moreau
A Patinated Bronze Statue of a Seated  Greek  Scholar signed Moreau

A Patinated Bronze Statue of a Seated Greek Scholar signed Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A patinated cast bronze statue of a classically draped Greek scholar sitting sideways on a Klismos

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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

JEF LAMBEAUX (1852 – 1908) Bronze Statue "THE DANCER WITH CASTANETS"
JEF LAMBEAUX (1852 – 1908) Bronze Statue "THE DANCER WITH CASTANETS"

JEF LAMBEAUX (1852 – 1908) Bronze Statue "THE DANCER WITH CASTANETS"

By Jef Lambeaux

Located in Ixelles, BE

JEF LAMBEAUX (1852 – 1908) Bronze Statue "THE DANCER WITH CASTANETS" . Imagine a sculpture that

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19th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Very Intricate Cast Bronze Statue of a Roman Standing Proudly
Very Intricate Cast Bronze Statue of a Roman Standing Proudly

Very Intricate Cast Bronze Statue of a Roman Standing Proudly

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Presenting a distinguished and finely cast Roman bronze statue on a wooden base, an exceptional

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1920s Neoclassical Revival Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Rench 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue Signed by Moigniez
Rench 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue Signed by Moigniez

Rench 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue Signed by Moigniez

By Jules Moigniez

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking and very high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and patinated bronze

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue of a Pheasant
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue of a Pheasant

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Bronze Statue of a Pheasant

By Alfred Dubucand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and patinated bronze statue of

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

A Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Statue of Mercury or Hermes by Emile Bruchon
A Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Statue of Mercury or Hermes by Emile Bruchon

A Grand Tour Patinated Bronze Statue of Mercury or Hermes by Emile Bruchon

By Emile Bruchon

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A rare finely cast Grand Tour patinated bronze statue of the Roman God Mercury ( Hermes in Greek

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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Fine French Bronze Statue "Honor Patria" after Emile Louis Picault
Fine French Bronze Statue "Honor Patria" after Emile Louis Picault

Fine French Bronze Statue "Honor Patria" after Emile Louis Picault

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

commanding bronze statue, created after the celebrated French sculptor Émile Louis Picault, captures the

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Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century Bronze Statue, Suzanne by Eugene-Antoine Aizelin
Late 19th Century Bronze Statue, Suzanne by Eugene-Antoine Aizelin

Late 19th Century Bronze Statue, Suzanne by Eugene-Antoine Aizelin

By Eugene-Antoine Aizelin

Located in Paris, FR

Bronze statue in brown patina representing Susanna, sculpted by Eugene-Antoine Aizelin (1821-1902

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

A Signed Bronze Statue of a Nymph set on a Rouge marble gilt bronze clock base
A Signed Bronze Statue of a Nymph set on a Rouge marble gilt bronze clock base

A Signed Bronze Statue of a Nymph set on a Rouge marble gilt bronze clock base

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A figurative patinated bronze statue with a stepped griottte marble base paired with a griotte

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

PAIR OF LARGE ANTiQUE RECUMBENT LION BRONZE STATUES SUPER DECORATIVE MUST SEE
PAIR OF LARGE ANTiQUE RECUMBENT LION BRONZE STATUES SUPER DECORATIVE MUST SEE

PAIR OF LARGE ANTiQUE RECUMBENT LION BRONZE STATUES SUPER DECORATIVE MUST SEE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

early 20th century bronze statues of Recumbent Lions resting with balls under their paws These are

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair 19th Century French Bronze Statues by Auguste Moreau '1855-1919'
Pair 19th Century French Bronze Statues by Auguste Moreau '1855-1919'

Pair 19th Century French Bronze Statues by Auguste Moreau '1855-1919'

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair 19th Century French bronze statues by Louis Auguste Moreau (1855-1919) are exemplary examples

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Laocoön and His Sons
French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Laocoön and His Sons

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Laocoön and His Sons

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most impressive and high quality French 19th century patinated bronze statue of Laocoön and his

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19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Art Deco Marble & Bronze Statue Articulated Shade Table Lamp Wall Light
Stunning Art Deco Marble & Bronze Statue Articulated Shade Table Lamp Wall Light

Stunning Art Deco Marble & Bronze Statue Articulated Shade Table Lamp Wall Light

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, bronze statue and gold gilt bronze shell shade A good looking well made a decorative lamp, it has an

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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Antique Bronze Statues For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique bronze statues is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique bronze statues — often made from metal, bronze and stone — can elevate any home. Antique bronze statues have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique bronze statues bearing Louis XVI or Neoclassical hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique bronze statues are appealing in their simplicity, but Ferdinand Barbedienne, F. Barbedienne Foundry and Mathurin Moreau produced popular antique bronze statues that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Bronze Statues?

Prices for antique bronze statues start at $38 and top out at $350,000 with the average selling for $5,150.
Questions About Antique Bronze Statues
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether bronze statues are valuable depends on the piece. Statues may be worth something due to their age, maker and theme or subject matter. The condition of statues, how rare works similar to it are and the current demand for pieces like it will also impact the value. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser who can evaluate the specific statue and give you an estimate of how much you could expect to receive if you sold a particular statue. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze statues.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Depending on the time frame and place they were created, bronze statues can symbolize many aspects of society and culture. For centuries, artists created stunning bronze sculptures to honor gods and leaders. You’ll find a broad selection of bronze sculptures from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are so few surviving bronze sculptures because many of the works of art were melted down to create weapons. In addition, some others became lost over the centuries. You can find a variety of antique bronze statues on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, some bronze statues are worth something. Many well-known sculptors have worked with the metal. Among them are Constantin Brancusi, Auguste Rodin, Alberto Giacometti, Thomas Schütte and Kiki Smith. Bronze pieces by these and other famous artists may be worth hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars. Sculptures by lesser-known artists and those mass-produced for display in homes and gardens will typically be worth less. Valuations depend on the artist, age, style, type, condition and other factors. To learn how much a particular piece may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of bronze sculptures.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To verify if a bronze statue is real, first check the metal by gently scratching the patina. If it is a reddish-brown color, or a color in the yellow to onyx range, it is likely real. Anything too black or matted could indicate a fake. Find a collection of expertly vetted bronze statues from some of the world’s top reputable sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, bronze statues can be displayed outside as long as they are properly cared for. To best maintain bronze statues, it is recommended that a paste wax is applied twice annually to ensure the statue can be enjoyed for many years. Shop a selection of bronze statues on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell how old a bronze statue is, first check the base or back for markings. Some pieces may be stamped with the year of production. Others may display a brand or artisan's name. You can research the maker by consulting trusted online resources to learn when they produced statues like yours. Alternatively, you can seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. Explore a wide range of bronze statues on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a statue is real bronze, try striking it with the handle of a butter knife. Bronze will typically produce a sustained ringing sound. Other metals will usually produce a duller, more muffled or shorter-lived sound. Researching the artist can also be beneficial. By learning what types of materials they worked with, you may be able to determine whether your piece is likely to be bronze. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer inspect your statue for you. On 1stDibs, explore a range of bronze statues.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell the age of a bronze statue, search the back or bottom for the maker's markings or an artist’s signature. Some makers have stamped the year or date of production right onto the metal, making it easy for you to calculate the age of a statue. Research the maker using trusted online resources if your piece doesn't have a date stamp. By exploring maker catalogues, you may be able to determine when they produced statues similar to yours. For an artist’s signature, you can use a reverse image search or compare it to images of work by the artist published by trusted online resources. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer to date your statue. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of bronze statues.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Identifying an antique Buddha statue is a specialized skill, which is best learned by studying the history of the preferred materials and techniques that each region used in producing Buddha statues. The simplest way to verify the age of a Buddha statue is to have an expert evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a range of professionally authenticated Buddha statues.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    One way to tell if your bronze is antique is to study its color. As it ages, bronze develops a natural patina, darkening in color. As a result, shiny, light-colored pieces are unlikely to be antiques. Another approach is to research the maker using trusted online resources to find out when they produced bronzes similar to yours. For assistance with the dating process, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a selection of bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 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.