1870s Busts

A pair of patinated bronze busts. French, circa 1870.

A beautifully sculpted Italian marble bust of the famous Greek god Apollo of Belvedere, on a socle stand, circa 1870 in date. This beautifully carved Carrara marble bust was created...

Great French sculpture from the second half of the 19th century. Polychrome terracotta work depicting a mythological subject, the bust of the God Pan, of great quality and personalit...

Antonio PANDIANI (1838-1928, Italy) : "Menestrello" Exceptionnal nuanced dark brown patinated bronze cast Dimensions Height = 72 cm Width = 47 cm Depth = 30 cm Very good condi...

A Monumental and Rare 19th Century French Ormolu Mounted Multi-Marble Bust of Alexander The Great, After The Model by Francois Girardon. Drawing inspiration from the renowned "Bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)" housed in the esteemed Palace of Versailles, this monumental work of art showcases exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, serving as a testament to the creator's artistic prowess. Central to this magnificent sculpture is the resplendent red marble face, neck, and hair of Alexander the Great. Capturing the youthful essence of the conqueror, the sculptor depicts him as a young man with a clean-shaven countenance, his moderately long curls delicately cascading from beneath a remarkably unadorned helmet, save for a magnificent plume. The red marble harmoniously accentuates the life-like features of Alexander, imparting an air of regal elegance to the composition. Adding to the allure of this remarkable sculpture is an ormolu robe cascading over Alexander's shoulders, exuding an aura of nobility and power. Of particular note, the breastplate bears an embossed ormolu mask of a deity in profile, surrounded by elegantly sweeping acanthus leaves, paying homage to the influential forces that shaped the life of this great conqueror. Once again, the sublime combination of precious metal and marble amplifies the robe's magnificence, further accentuated by the presence of an ormolu body chain swaying gracefully from Alexander's left shoulder to his right hip. The selection of marbles for the cuirass and plinth serves as an additional testament to the artist's commitment to crafting a visually striking and harmonious composition. The grey marble cuirass complements the overall color scheme of the bust while providing a subtle contrast to the red marble features. At the neck, a pleated ormolu linen undergarment discreetly peeks out, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to intricate details and enhancing the sculpture's depth. The original Alexander The Great Bust...

Antique miniature bust of "The Smile of Reims", in original: "L´Ange au Sourire" or "Sourire de Reims". This bronze represents the smiling angel of Reims. The Smiling of Reims is a ...

A Fantastic and Large Pair of 19th Century Meissen Porcelain "Day & Night" Figures of Putti. Each is beautifully hand-carved and hand-painted by the finest Meissen artists. They are both gorgeous with draped attire and a plethora of various day and night based attributes. Day is seen wearing a pink...

Beautiful bronze bust depicting Jacob van Campen unique piece one off the most in-portent architects from Holland 1595 - 1675. Paleis op de Dam, Mauritshuis Nieuwe Kerk Haarlem stand...

Large head of Dionysus sculpture in white marble, 19th century.  

Large bust of Adolphe Burggraeve (1806-1902), great humanist, surgeon and professor of medicine at the University of Ghent, inventor of dosimetric medicine,...

1870s Italian carved marble bust of a woman byPietro Bazzanti. Signed on back. Sculpture needs a base, it does not sit flat.

An English classical plaster library bust of a gentleman in Roman clothing, with a wall bracket depicting a Roman eagle. Sir Walter Scott after Chantrey.

Bust sculpted in Carrara marble. Nubian polychrome is extremely well-executed giving a realistic effect. A white veil is attached by a golden fibula. Red ma...

This is a bust of Psyche in patinated bronze by the founders Boyer and Rolland. It represents a young woman wearing butterfly wings in her hair with her head turned towards an insect placed on her shoulder. The little butterfly probably represents Cupid. It is an evocation of the myth Cupid and Psyche. The sculpture rests on a red marble base placed on a rectangular stand. It is a sand casting made in the foundry of Boyer and Rolland whose mark is on the back of the bust. On the side, it is annotated Mm Léon Bertaux...

On a gilt bronze base. The monarch wearing a diadem with strongly sculpted features.

A Fabulous Pair of Antique French mid 1800s Louis XVI Style Patinated Bronze Putti Seated on Fluted Plinths. Each putti is seen seated with their arms an...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of very rare original Victorian bronze busts of a man and women in period dress, circa 1870. A sublime pair in exquisite condition for the age, they are solid bronze busts...

This exquisite and very unusual sculptural bust of a woman in a folklore Cape Verde Island costume, wearing a coral necklace and a bright headscarf was made in the last quarter of XI...