Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

French, 1822-1912

Mathurin Moreau was a renowned French sculptor born on November 18, 1822, in Dijon, France, into a family of artists. He was the son of sculptor Jean-Baptiste Moreau and the brother of sculptors Hippolyte and Auguste Moreau, thus part of a dynasty that significantly influenced French sculpture in the 19th century. Educated at the École des Beaux-Arts under the tutelage of Étienne-Jules Ramey and Augustin-Alexandre Dumont, Moreau went on to become a prominent figure in the French art scene. He was known for his exceptional skills in crafting bronze sculptures, which are among the most celebrated aspects of his artistic legacy. Moreau debuted at the Salon in 1848 and rapidly gained acclaim. His works often depicted allegorical figures, mythological scenes, and typical rural life, capturing both the idealistic beauty and the detailed realism that were hallmarks of the period's sculpture. Many of his bronzes were cast by the famous Val d'Osne foundry, which helped ensure the high quality of his pieces. The foundry was known for its superb craftsmanship and was one of the primary mediums for Moreau’s creations. Throughout his career, Mathurin Moreau received numerous awards, including a medal of honor at the Exposition Universelle in 1878. He was also made a Knight of the Legion of Honor in 1865 and rose to become an officer of the order in 1885. His artworks were not only celebrated in France but also internationally, as his bronzes found homes in diverse locations, from Parisian squares to foreign collections. Moreau's works are characterized by their classical style, attention to detail, and the expressive beauty of their subjects. Some of his notable bronze sculptures include allegorical representations such as "La Danse" and "L’Eau". These pieces exemplify his ability to translate ethereal themes into tangible beauty, making his sculptures highly sought after by collectors and museums worldwide. Mathurin Moreau passed away in 1912, leaving behind a rich legacy of artistic achievement that continues to be celebrated and revered in the art world today. His sculptures, especially his bronzes, remain valuable for their artistic and historical significance, often fetching high prices at auctions and retaining a place of prominence in collections of 19th-century French art.

Creator: Mathurin Moreau

Mathurin MOREAU & SÈVRES - Biscuit, Young Woman and Putti

$3,948

Mathurin MOREAU & SÈVRES - Biscuit, Young Woman and Putti

By Mathurin Moreau, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Beaune, FR

Biscuit subject from the Manufacture de Sèvres depicting a young woman and a putti reading, signed "Mathurin MOREAU". This sculpture rests on a circular base with bronze rimming. It is in good condition. ***** Note : The child has a broken finger...

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19th Century French Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique Sèvres Vases

$33,715 / set

H 26 in W 12.5 in D 10 in

Pair of Antique Sèvres Vases

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very fine quality pair of French ormolu-mounted jewelled Sèvres porcelain lidded vases. Having classical romantic scenes and landscapes set between the cobalt blue, the gilded ormo...

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19th Century French Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Ormolu

Pair of Antique French Sevres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Covered Vases

$6,800 / set

H 16 in Dm 5 in

Pair of Antique French Sevres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Covered Vases

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in New York, NY

A significant pair of French Sèvres style porcelain and gilt bronze covered vases. Each vase is of baluster form with a domed cover surmounted by a knop finial, raised on a conformin...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Turquoise Sèvres Porcelain 'Jeweled' Clock Set

$22,500 / set

H 16 in W 11 in D 7 in

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Turquoise Sèvres Porcelain 'Jeweled' Clock Set

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Long Island City, NY

Late 19th century gilt bronze and turquoise Sèvres porcelain 'Jeweled' three-piece clock set The clock surmounted by a covered urn, the c...

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Biscuit Statuette Young Woman with Flowers

$1,098

H 18.9 in W 6.3 in D 5.12 in

19th Century Biscuit Statuette Young Woman with Flowers

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

19th century biscuit porcelain figurine featuring a young woman holding a bunch of flowers in her skirt. This figurine is representative of ...

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Sevres-Vincennes Vintage French Porcelain Coffee Set

$480 / set

H 9.06 in Dm 7.49 in

Sevres-Vincennes Vintage French Porcelain Coffee Set

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Elegant and particular coffee service in fine French porcelain...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Porcelain

18th Century Sevres Blue Celeste Putti Motif Sugar Box 1767, Special Order

$2,398Sale Price|20% Off

H 5 in Dm 3.75 in

18th Century Sevres Blue Celeste Putti Motif Sugar Box 1767, Special Order

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18th Century Sevres Blue Celeste Putti Motif Sugar Box 1767, Special Order With an uncommon interlaced L mark in gold, Date letter O, with painter/gilder marks Its been suggested th...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Manufacture Royale de Sèvres - "l'amour à la dentelle", rare groupe en biscuit f

$2,861

H 6.5 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Manufacture Royale de Sèvres - "l'amour à la dentelle", rare groupe en biscuit f

Located in PARIS, FR

Groupe dit "l'enfant à la dentelle" Biscuit de porcelaine dure Marqué en creux Dimensions : H. 16,5 ; D. 14 (cm.) Sèvres, 1818 Superbe et rare groupe en biscuit représentant un amou...

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1810s French Empire Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Bisque

Exquisite Antique French Sevres Cobalt Porcelain and Ormolu Centerpiece Compote

$2,900

H 7.25 in W 15.5 in D 12 in

Exquisite Antique French Sevres Cobalt Porcelain and Ormolu Centerpiece Compote

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Tustin, CA

Opulent, 19th century handmade and painted square porcelain and ormolu gilt metal centerpiece features elaborately scrolling floral split handles, and a grapevine wreathed frame with egg and dart edges on cabriole legs. An idyllic pastoral scene is exquisitely painted in minute detail in the center and dramatically framed with a magnificent cobalt blue painted border with rich 24-karat gold trim and panels of hand painted, multicolored flowers. Measures approximately 15.5” wide x 12” deep x 7.25” high. Hallmarked in blue with the letter A...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Bronze

Large White Bisque Sevres Porcelain Figural Centerpiece of Woman and Children

$14,850

H 8.5 in W 25 in D 9.5 in

Large White Bisque Sevres Porcelain Figural Centerpiece of Woman and Children

Located in New York, NY

Large white bisque sevres porcelain figural centerpiece of woman and children. The women and children use the garlands of flower to pull the giant seashell...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Sèvres

Sèvres Style Gilt and Painted Porcelain Dessert Service for 12

$995 / set

H 7.75 in Dm 7.75 in

Sèvres Style Gilt and Painted Porcelain Dessert Service for 12

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Morristown, NJ

20th c., France, gilt and painted porcelain dessert service. The set is decorated with pink rose clusters on various color grounds and gold accented scall...

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Gold

Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Vase Signed Sèvres, France, Late 19th Century

$9,000

H 27.56 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Vase Signed Sèvres, France, Late 19th Century

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Porcelain and gilt bronze vase signed Sèvres, France, late 19th century.

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Bronze

Six Rococo Sèvres Style Porcelain Plates

$16,151 / set

H 0.99 in Dm 8.47 in

Six Rococo Sèvres Style Porcelain Plates

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in London, GB

Each porcelain plate in this set of six features a navy-blue ground, distinctive to works produced in the style of Sèvres, and gilded rims with ornate patterns inscribed. The centre ...

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19th Century French Rococo Antique Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Previously Available Items

Bisque Group Le Passage du Guet by Mathurin Moreau

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H 25.2 in W 10.63 in D 9.85 in

Bisque Group Le Passage du Guet by Mathurin Moreau

By Mathurin Moreau

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Large group in porcelain biscuit featuring Le passage du guet (The Passage of the Lookout) by Mathurin Moreau, (1822-1912). The bisque is signed and dated: ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Mathurin Moreau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Mathurin Moreau porcelain for sale on 1stDibs.

Mathurin Moreau porcelain are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of porcelain and are designed with extraordinary care. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider porcelain by Jacob Petit, Porcelaine de Paris, and Limoges. Prices for Mathurin Moreau porcelain can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,801 and can go as high as $3,801, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,801.