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Monumental 'Excalibur Sword' Garden Statue, England, 1900s
Monumental 'Excalibur Sword' Garden Statue, England, 1900s

Monumental 'Excalibur Sword' Garden Statue, England, 1900s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Monumental 'Excalibur Sword' Garden Statue England, Circa 1900s This monumental “Excalibur

Category

Early 20th Century English Renaissance Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Cast Stone, Bronze, Steel

19th Century Bronze Lamp
19th Century Bronze Lamp

19th Century Bronze Lamp

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An enchanting 19th century bronze statue of a child hold flowers above its head and raised on a

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Young Goatherder Bronze Sculpture by Oscar Gladenbeck, Circa 1900
Young Goatherder Bronze Sculpture by Oscar Gladenbeck, Circa 1900

Young Goatherder Bronze Sculpture by Oscar Gladenbeck, Circa 1900

Located in Rochester, NY

Bronze statue of young goatherder by Oscar Gladenbeck. Circa 1900. Signed "Oscar Gladenbeck

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Carrier-Belleuse Bronze Female Statue Holding a Harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century
Carrier-Belleuse Bronze Female Statue Holding a Harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century

Carrier-Belleuse Bronze Female Statue Holding a Harp, 'Harmone' 19th Century

By Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality 19th century bronze statue of a female figure holding a Harp, entitled 'Harmone

Category

19th Century French Romantic Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century European Knight in Armor Statue, Copper, Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Knight in Armor Statue, Copper, Brass, Bronze

Early 20th Century European Knight in Armor Statue, Copper, Brass, Bronze

Located in Austin, TX

A one-of-a-kind copper, brass and bronze statue of a European knight, probably French, with an

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Copper

QING DYNASTY BRONZE FIGURE SEATED GUANYIN BUDDHA 18-19TH Century
QING DYNASTY BRONZE FIGURE SEATED GUANYIN BUDDHA 18-19TH Century

QING DYNASTY BRONZE FIGURE SEATED GUANYIN BUDDHA 18-19TH Century

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Important 18/19th century Chinese Qing Dynasty bronze seated Guanyin Buddha statue with serene

Category

Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair of cold painted bronze Neapolitan dancers
Pair of cold painted bronze Neapolitan dancers

Pair of cold painted bronze Neapolitan dancers

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality pair of late 19th Century cold painted bronze statues of two Neapolitan dancers

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Bronze by Math, Moreau, Girl Picking Cherries
Bronze by Math, Moreau, Girl Picking Cherries

Bronze by Math, Moreau, Girl Picking Cherries

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality, beautifully patinated bronze statue of a semi clad young girl picking cherries

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Classical Female Nude Piper
19th Century Bronze Classical Female Nude Piper

19th Century Bronze Classical Female Nude Piper

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality 19th century bronze statue of a female nude statue playing the pipes, mounted

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Antique Gilded Bronze Sculpture, "VALENTIN"
Antique Gilded Bronze Sculpture, "VALENTIN"

Antique Gilded Bronze Sculpture, "VALENTIN"

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful bronze statue "Valentin". Nicely chiseled and wonderfully gilded, in a very good

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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Young Goatherder Bronze Sculpture by Oscar Gladenbeck, circa 1900
Young Goatherder Bronze Sculpture by Oscar Gladenbeck, circa 1900

Young Goatherder Bronze Sculpture by Oscar Gladenbeck, circa 1900

Located in Rochester, NY

Bronze statue of young goatherder by Oscar Gladenbeck. circa 1900. Signed "Oscar Gladenbeck

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Early 20th Century German Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Metal, Bronze

19th Century, Bronze Lovers
19th Century, Bronze Lovers

19th Century, Bronze Lovers

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19th Century, Bronze Lovers

Located in Dallas, TX

Intricate lovers in bronze statue. From the late 18th century. This piece stands at 23 in high 7

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Early 19th Century European Baroque Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Large 19th Century bronze Court Jester, 149cm high
Large 19th Century bronze Court Jester, 149cm high

Large 19th Century bronze Court Jester, 149cm high

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A wonderfully impressive and amusing classical 19th Century patinated Bronze statue of a Court

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Mid-19th Century French Romantic Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Classical 19th Century Bronze of Mother and Child
Classical 19th Century Bronze of Mother and Child

Classical 19th Century Bronze of Mother and Child

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An enchanting classical 19th century patinated bronze statue of a semi clad seated maiden feeding

Category

19th Century French Classical Greek Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by Joseph d'Aste
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by Joseph d'Aste

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by Joseph d'Aste

By Joseph d' Aste

Located in Bridgewater, CT

An Art Deco silvered bronze statue of a girl with sheep on marble base, signed J. D’ASTE, from

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bronze Patinated 19th Century Fisherwomen after Eugene Laurent
Bronze Patinated 19th Century Fisherwomen after Eugene Laurent

Bronze Patinated 19th Century Fisherwomen after Eugene Laurent

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Small patinated bronze statue of a fisherwoman: La Pecheuse after the model by Eugene Laurent

Category

Late 19th Century European Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Statuette Of The Goddess Shiva, XIXth Century
Bronze Statuette Of The Goddess Shiva, XIXth Century

Bronze Statuette Of The Goddess Shiva, XIXth Century

Located in Bilzen, BE

A finely detailed bronze statue of the Goddess Shiva from the 19th century with an aged patina

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19th Century Indian Other Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Small 19th century Bronze nude musician, 32cm
Small 19th century Bronze nude musician, 32cm

Small 19th century Bronze nude musician, 32cm

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An enchanting small late 19th Century patinated bronze statue of a nude girl playing a violin

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Large 19th Century Bronze of a Neapolitan Dancer, after Francisque-Joseph Duret.
Large 19th Century Bronze of a Neapolitan Dancer, after Francisque-Joseph Duret.

Large 19th Century Bronze of a Neapolitan Dancer, after Francisque-Joseph Duret.

By Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A large and impressive 19th century bronze statue of a Neapolitan dancer holding a tambourine

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Figure of Napoleon
19th Century French Bronze Figure of Napoleon

19th Century French Bronze Figure of Napoleon

Located in London, GB

An early 19th Century well-cast bronze statue of Napoleon in full uniform, standing on square socle

Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Napoleonic Era Dressed Bronze Figurine
19th Century French Napoleonic Era Dressed Bronze Figurine

19th Century French Napoleonic Era Dressed Bronze Figurine

Located in Atlanta, GA

19Th Century French Nepoleonic era dressed female bronze statue figurine 8.25”. Unknown artist

Category

19th Century Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large 19th Century Bronze  Mandolin Player
Large 19th Century Bronze  Mandolin Player

Large 19th Century Bronze Mandolin Player

By Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A large and impressive 19th century bronze statue of a Neapolitan dancer, playing a mandolin

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Ox with Boy on Its Back
Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Ox with Boy on Its Back

Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Ox with Boy on Its Back

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very amusing 19th century (Meiji period 1868-1912) Japanese bronze statue of an ox with a young

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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Fisher Boy
19th Century Bronze Fisher Boy

19th Century Bronze Fisher Boy

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality late 19th century bronze statue of a young boy fishing. Standing on a rocky out crop

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Cherub Having His Wings Clipped, by Cumberworth
19th Century Bronze Cherub Having His Wings Clipped, by Cumberworth

19th Century Bronze Cherub Having His Wings Clipped, by Cumberworth

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An enchanting 19th century bronze statue depicting a seated women attempting to clip the wings of

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19th Century English Classical Greek Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze Mythical Sculpture
French Bronze Mythical Sculpture

French Bronze Mythical Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

French Bronze Mythical Sculpture

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture
Antique French Bronze Sculpture

Antique French Bronze Sculpture

Located in London, GB

A wonderful antique French bronze sculpture, likely dating from around the 1860-1880 period. It is

Category

1860s French Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair Classical 19th Bronze Putti Seated on a Rock
Pair Classical 19th Bronze Putti Seated on a Rock

Pair Classical 19th Bronze Putti Seated on a Rock

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality pair of patinated 19th century bronze statues of seated putti on a rock, one feeding

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19th Century Italian Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Large Bronze Angel
19th Century Large Bronze Angel

19th Century Large Bronze Angel

Located in GB

A beautiful 19th century large bronze angel with wonderfully aged patina. Perfect as garden

Category

19th Century English Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Reclaimed Bronze Armorial Lions
Pair of Reclaimed Bronze Armorial Lions

Pair of Reclaimed Bronze Armorial Lions

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A pair of early 20th century reclaimed bronze armorial lions, circa 1920. These decorative bronze

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Early 20th Century English Tudor Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Metal, Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Mid-19th Century Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Statue
French Louis XVI Style Mid-19th Century Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Statue

French Louis XVI Style Mid-19th Century Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Statue

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

silvered bronze statue. The statue is raised by a rectangular Rouge Griotte marble base with cut corners

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Emperor Napoleon riding his horse, 19th century bronze
Emperor Napoleon riding his horse, 19th century bronze

Emperor Napoleon riding his horse, 19th century bronze

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

A fine patinated bronze statue of Emperor Napoleon riding his horse. 19th century period circa 1840

Category

1840s French Empire Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Émile-Antoine Bourdelle Bronze Statuette Representing Madeleine Charnaux.
Émile-Antoine Bourdelle Bronze Statuette Representing Madeleine Charnaux.

Émile-Antoine Bourdelle Bronze Statuette Representing Madeleine Charnaux.

By Émile Antoine Bourdelle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This finely cast bronze statuette represents Madeleine Charnaux, rendered in Bourdelle’s powerful

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Bronze, Giltwood, and Marble Statue
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Bronze, Giltwood, and Marble Statue

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Bronze, Giltwood, and Marble Statue

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

richly chased patinated bronze statue with a mottled base and wonderfully executed ground like design

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Exceptional  Bronze Garden Sculpture Of  Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine
Exceptional  Bronze Garden Sculpture Of  Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine

Exceptional Bronze Garden Sculpture Of Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A large bronze garden statue depicting a smiling Neoclassical youth wearing fleece sash around

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Antique Bronze Praying Angel Arms Crossed
19th Century Antique Bronze Praying Angel Arms Crossed

19th Century Antique Bronze Praying Angel Arms Crossed

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique 19th century bronze praying angel with crossed arms and very fine details. Crossed arms on

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Garden Sculpture Of A Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine
Large Bronze Garden Sculpture Of A Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine

Large Bronze Garden Sculpture Of A Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An impressive, large bronze garden statue depicting a Classical youth wearing a fleece sash around

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Japan Large  Antique Bronze Seated Kanon Beautiful Face
Japan Large  Antique Bronze Seated Kanon Beautiful Face

Japan Large Antique Bronze Seated Kanon Beautiful Face

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a large 49" tall antique early 20th century elegant cast bronze seated Kanon Maitreya, Guan

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Musicians, 49cm high
Pair of 19th Century Bronze Musicians, 49cm high

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Musicians, 49cm high

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality pair of 19th century French patinated bronze statues with gilded high lights of

Category

19th Century French Romantic Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Neoclassical Garden Sculpture Of A Youth With Tambourine
Large Bronze Neoclassical Garden Sculpture Of A Youth With Tambourine

Large Bronze Neoclassical Garden Sculpture Of A Youth With Tambourine

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An impressive, large bronze garden statue depicting a Neoclassical youth wearing a fleece sash

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of Continental 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze And Marble Statues
Pair Of Continental 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze And Marble Statues

Pair Of Continental 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze And Marble Statues

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Griotte marble base with a rounded front. The impressive bronze statues above depict beautiful finely

Category

19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Bronze & Ormolu Statue Allegorie De L'amour Maternel
French 19th Century Bronze & Ormolu Statue Allegorie De L'amour Maternel

French 19th Century Bronze & Ormolu Statue Allegorie De L'amour Maternel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderful and finely detailed French 19th century Ormolu and Patinated Bronze statue titled

Category

19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Attractive Bronze Figure of a Young Gypsy Maiden
Attractive Bronze Figure of a Young Gypsy Maiden

Attractive Bronze Figure of a Young Gypsy Maiden

Located in London, GB

A 20th century bronze of a beautiful young gypsy maiden with a tambourine after the model by

Category

1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Large Bronze French Sculpture of Soldier on Horseback
19th Century Large Bronze French Sculpture of Soldier on Horseback

19th Century Large Bronze French Sculpture of Soldier on Horseback

Located in Round Top, TX

Remarkable large bronze sculpture of soldier with saber on horseback. Note the scale of this

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Buddha in the gesture of absence of fear, Burma? 19th century.
Bronze Buddha in the gesture of absence of fear, Burma? 19th century.

Bronze Buddha in the gesture of absence of fear, Burma? 19th century.

Located in PARIS, FR

Bronze statue of Buddha standing in the “Abhaya mùdra” gesture of fearlessness. Lacquered bronze

Category

1850s Burmese Other Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Artist Figure "Naked Woman" by Max D. Hermann Fritz
Bronze Artist Figure "Naked Woman" by Max D. Hermann Fritz

Bronze Artist Figure "Naked Woman" by Max D. Hermann Fritz

Located in Berlin, DE

Bronze artist figure "naked woman" by Max D. Hermann Fritz (1849-1913) Bronze artist figure

Category

19th Century German Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Bronze Fountainhead of Boy with Duck, Italian, Circa 1870
Antique Bronze Fountainhead of Boy with Duck, Italian, Circa 1870

Antique Bronze Fountainhead of Boy with Duck, Italian, Circa 1870

Located in Montreal, QC

A life-sized antique bronze fountain-head modeled as a boy holding a duck. The water spouts out of

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Girl and Boy
19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Girl and Boy

19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Girl and Boy

Located in Tarry Town, NY

This large patinated bronze statue of a girl kissing a boy in the manner of Auguste Moreau (1834

Category

Late 19th Century European Romantic Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Lifesize Pair of Original French Bronze Sculptures of Herons- Moigniez
Lifesize Pair of Original French Bronze Sculptures of Herons- Moigniez

Lifesize Pair of Original French Bronze Sculptures of Herons- Moigniez

By Jules Moigniez

Located in New York City, NY

native element while portraying statues that are full of movement and emotion. Signed: Moigniez Jules

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Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Bronze

Auguste-Nicolas CAÏN, two monumental bronze groups, original stone bases, 1893
Auguste-Nicolas CAÏN, two monumental bronze groups, original stone bases, 1893

Auguste-Nicolas CAÏN, two monumental bronze groups, original stone bases, 1893

By Ferdinand Barbedienne, Auguste Cain

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

bronze foundry, which quickly achieved great renown for its editions of statues and works of art and was

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1890s French Napoleon III Antique Bronze Statues

Materials

Stone, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.