Late-19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Entitled "La Source” by Mathurin Moreau

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Late-19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Entitled "La Source” by Mathurin Moreau

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A charming late 19th Century bronze study of an Art Nouveau beauty seated upon a tree stump dressed in loosely fitted attire drinking from a shell. The surface of the figurine with excellent hand finished detail and rich colour, signed Math Moreau ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 49 cm Condition: Excellent Condition Circa: 1880 Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Bronzes of the 19th Century by Pierre Kjellberg Page No: 512 SKU: 8028 ABOUT Moreau Family The Moreau family sculptor dynasty begins with Jean Baptiste Moreau, who was born in Dijon, France at the end of the 18th century. Jean Baptiste had three sons who followed in his footsteps, they were Auguste, Mathurin and Hyppolyte-François. The legacy continued with Auguste’s sons, Louis Auguste and Hyppolyte Francois. Members of the Moreau family often studied at the famous École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Mathurin Moreau Mathurin Moreau was born in Dijon November 18, 1822 and later died in Paris aged 90 on Februrary 14th 1912. Mathurin was a French sculpture and was an expert at portraying feminine grace, Mathurin sculpted figures, genre scenes and allegories with an aimable and lighthearted realism. Pieces fitting this description dominated his extensive collection this description dominated his extensive collection of bronze works, to which should be added a number of official commissions. The son and a student of Jean-Baptiste Moreau, Mathurin entered Paris's Ecole des Beaux-Arts when he was nineteen years old, and studied there under the direction of Ramey and Dumont. He won the second prize of Rome in 1842 and showed his work for the first time at the Salon in 1848, where he obtained a number of distinctions. Around 1850, he worked for the foundry of Val d'Osne, creating a number of models for statues destined to be cast in iron. In later years he became one of that foundry's administrators. Mathurin Moreau's work include some commemorative monuments, tombs, a number of statues and busts for personalities and some ornamental statues. He worked for the churches of Saint Augustine and of the Trinite, for the Opera, the pavilion of Marsan at the Louvre, the gare du Nord, one of the fountains of the Théatre Plaza, among others. His work also includes a large quantity of statues, statuettes and groups in pleasnt decorative themes, which were successful in their time

Creator:
Mathurin Moreau (Artist)
Dimensions:
Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 0 in (0.01 mm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
Style:
Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Cast
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1880
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent. Excellent Original Condition Please note that our items are genuine antiques with considerable age. It is therefore normal that they will show some signs of wear and handling to the surface.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 80281stDibs: LU3216329090362

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Mathurin Moreau

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.