Gilt Bronze Sculpture
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Ormolu
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble, Siena Marble, Ormolu
Early 20th Century Spanish Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Figurative Sculptures
Onyx, Bronze
1990s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Greek Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Bronze, Metal, Copper
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 1850s French Animal Sculptures
Bronze
1990s European Modern Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 1870s French Neoclassical Revival Figurative Sculptures
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Empire Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1980s Israeli Hollywood Regency Abstract Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1850s French Louis XV Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1940s Italian Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Empire Pedestals
Bronze
2010s French Modern Mounted Objects
Marble, Bronze
20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 1810s Italian Neoclassical Animal Sculptures
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Other Sculptures and Carvings
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Bronze
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Belgian Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Inkwells
Bronze
- 1
- ...
Gilt Bronze Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Gilt Bronze Sculpture?
- Are bronze sculptures cast?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023Many 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.
- David Brooker Fine ArtMay 13, 2021It means that the sculpture is made from bronze and not a resin
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023No 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022To 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, 2022Bronze 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Nataraja 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, 2022To 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023The 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, 2022One 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.
Read More
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.
Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers
Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.
These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life
Miami artist and designer Gabriela Noelle’s fantastical creations appeal to the Peter Pan in all of us.
This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other
Ceramist Roberto Lugo brings a street-art sensibility to a dainty serving vessel while paying homage to his artistic heroes.
This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.