Mid-20th Century French Patinated Bronze Horse on Marble Base after J. Moigniez

Decorate a study or an office with this elegant bronze sculpture. Crafted in France circa 1950 and resting on a round marble base, the subject depicts a young beauty of fashion sited...

This large antique bronze sculpture was created in France, circa 1880. Standing on a patinated walnut base, the composition features a setter walking on rocky ground and looking ahea...

Accessorize a man's office with this antique bronze dog sculpture. Created in France, circa 1890, the sculpture stands on a grey marble top; it feat...

This antique bronze sculpture was created in France, circa 1880. Standing on a bronze dore base, the composition features a patinated bronze Labrador dog standing on rocky ground and...

Decorate a study or office with this elegant antique sculpture. Crafted in France circa 1930, the piece depicts a horse head figure resting on integral square base. The tall decorati...

Decorate a man's desk or office with this antique dog and bird inkwell. Created in France circa 1870 and attributed to Jules Moiniez, the sculpture composition depicts a setter head ...

An untitled bronze sculpture depicting a horse and greyhound. Beautiful bronze work, standing on realistic base, signed on the back of the base: J. Moigniez (French 1835-1894). This ...

20th Century bronze depicting a saddled race horse. After Jules Moigniez (French, 1835-1894). Signed along the top by the hind legs. The bronze is mounted to a oval green plinth base...

Spanish Cocker figure in patinated bronze signed by Jules Moigniez, 19th century French bronze by the Artist Jules Moigniez, in this beautiful piece an old Spanish Cocker is represen...

Presented is a 20th century bronze sculpture, after Jules Moigniez, of an eagle on a rocky perch. The dignified eagle has its wings tucked and his head turned to the side, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship. Textured feathers, a rugged base, and sharp talons show Moigniez’s artistry at the lost wax process. The bronze sculpture sits atop a marble base. Jules Moigniez (1835-1894) was a French sculptor widely known for his highly detailed bronze works depicting dynamic wildlife. After studying under Paul Cromolera, Moigniez made a name for himself at his first exhibition in 1855 at the Paris Exposition Universelle. From 1859 to 1892, he showed regularly at the annual Saloons, with a total of 30 recorded works exhibited. A successful sculptor in France, Moignez increased his British and American collector base by exhibiting at the London International Exhibition of 1862. Intensely dedicated to the process of casting, Jules and his father decided to establish their own foundry in 1857, solely for the purpose of having complete control at every step, as well as the freedom to experiment. They created bronzes with unusually and unique finishes, experimenting in gilded, silver, and multi-color chemical patinas. Most of his works were cast using the lost-wax patina and were always chiseled and chased with great skill and care. While many bronze artists at the time focused solely on the subject, Moigniez incorporated highly detailed bases to accommodate his various animals. After Jules Moigniez’s tragic death in 1894, his father continued to cast his son’s bronzes from the Moigniez foundry. Just before Moigniez’s father also passed away, he sold the foundry and his casts to Auguste Gouge, a family friend who once cast bronzes for Jules' teacher Paul Cromolera. Gouge continued to produce Moigniez’s bronze sculptures until WWI. Eagle sculptures, such as this, gained such popularity in America because of the symbolic and historical meanings associated with the elegant bird. The eagle motif has been widely used throughout American history, most notably as part of our Great Seal. The founders of the United States were fond of comparing their new republic with the Roman Republic, in which eagle imagery was prominent. Since then, the eagle motif has appeared in allegorical engravings...

Early 20th Century French glided bronze dog sculpture on marble base setting at edge

J. Frödiig, Swedish sculptor. Bronze sculpture on a marble base, mid-20th century. Measures: 13.5 x 10.5 cm. In very good condition. Signed.