Bronze Busts

A wonderful pair of French dore bronze winged cherub / putti figural sculptures holding torches converted into lamps.

ANTIQUE BRONZE COPY OF GIANBOLOGNA'S NEPTUNE, Early 20th Century Reduced copy of the famous statue of Neptune, modeled and cast by Gianbologna. The work was completed in 1566. Overa...

A very fine late 19th century French bronze bust of an attractive classical maiden modelled in the Art Nouveau style, with fabulous multi hued patination of brown and a subtle green, accentuating the excellent hand finished detail. Signed E Villanis, with Societe des Bronzes foundry seal, numbered and with raised title to the fore. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 28 cm Width: 16 cm Depth: 10 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition circa: 1890 Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Emmanuel Villanis by Josje Hortulanus-de Mik Page No: 79 SKU: 8775 ABOUT Sylvia Ballet - Silvia Sylvia, (the spelling is different in french) is a classical ballet. It features a nondescript mythical setting and a late nineteenth-century score, in which it's themes correlate to giving it a more classical feel, however, it was quite revolutionary for its time. The score was and still is recognized for its greatness. Delibes' work is certainly the best appreciated aspect of the ballet for its innovation, creativity, and maturity. Frederick Ashton's choreography complements the music very well in this respect, staying true to the spirit of the original production while incorporating modern techniques and adding his own unique touch. The ballet itself follows Sylvia who is a loyal follower of Diana (the goddess of the hunting and chassitity). The story starts with Sylvia being stalked by the diety Eros. When she discovers this they fire their bows at each other respectively. However only Eros's shot is true and wounds Sylvia. This is where she is kidnapped by an unknown assailant later revealed to be Orion. Sylvia escapes the caves of Orion by getting her captor intoxicated and pleading to Eros to rescue her. When he begrudgingly rescues her he takes her to the temple of Diana where her love awaits. This leads her to repeal her oath of Chassity taken as a follower of Diana. Emmanuel Villanis Emmanuel Villanis was an industrious man. He is believed to have created some 200 to 250 pieces. His oeuvre pre-eminently consisted of busts and full body statues. Most of these were manufactured in bronze, but there are also models in white metal and terra cotta. Different patinas were used. The bronzes were mainly cast by the Societé de Bronzes de Paris and can be recognised by the round stamp...

A cast bronze statue of a young Japanese maiden standing on a fish base. Created with the traditional technique of the lost-wax (à la cire perdue) which allo...

Vintage bust from France made of bronze and supported by a marble base. This piece features the likeness of a man. It showcases the smelter’s stamp. This piece is in very nice vintag...

Grand Tour Bronze Portrait Bust of a Roman Emperor. Bust features a bronze draped male figure with his toga secured at each shoulder with folds crisply defined and cascading naturall...

A striking French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze and ormolu bust of Menelaus. The bust is raised by a square ormolu base below a fine mottled socle pedestal. The richly ...

This bronze bust is inspired by the German avant-garde of the early 20th century. This unique piece combines art and history. The bust represents distinctive portrait style, known fo...

A charming and very high quality true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze and ormolu statues, signed Carl Kauba. Each patinated bronze winged cherub is dated 1...

A fabulous and large sized Louis XVI style patinated bronze sculpture of a cherub, signed by Auguste Moreau, titled "Amour Sifflant". This is a fabulous piece that has been crafted b...

Dancer by Demétre Chiparus 1886 - 1947 Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base. Signed "D. H. Chiparus". Measures: 52 cms. with base and 42cm alt. total and 24 c...

Antonio PANDIANI (1838-1928, Italy) : "Menestrello" Exceptionnal nuanced dark brown patinated bronze cast Could be the head model according to the assembly Dimensions Height = 72...

A striking and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu bust of Pericles. This handsome bust is raised on a square Ormolu base below the tapered soc...

Bronze character head bust in neoclassical style, after Franz Xaver Messerschmidt, based on an 18th century model. This sculpture represents a male head with a tense expression, deep...

A very fine and larger-than-life and very realistic museum quality patinated bronze bust of President William H. Taft (1857–1930) by Frederick Ernst Triebel (American, 1865-1944) cast by Nelli Foundry in Rome, Italy. William H. Taft, the 27th President of the United States and Jurist, is depicted with his renown thick mustache and wearing a bow tie, vest and coat. Inscribed on the back: F.E. Triebel. Sculp and Fond. Nelli, Roma, circa first quarter 20th century. Due to its size, subject and high quality, this bust was probably commissioned for a Museum or public exhibition, such as an embassy or government building, the same way as other similar works by the sculptor. The Roman foundry operated by the Nelli family during the last quarter of the 19th century cast works for many leading sculptors of the day, including Alfred Gilbert and Anton van Wouw...

Exceptional pair of large antique (late 19th century) patinated bronze busts mounted on rouge marble bases depicting lovely female maidens after the original models by the French mas...

Bronze cast representing a portrait of Gabriele D'Annunzio, by the sculptor Aurelio Mistruzzi. This product is located and shipped from Italy.

Grand Tour bronze of the god Ajax from Greek mythology. Very detailed with a beautiful patina.

An impressive American bust of George Washington, modeled after the celebrated portrait by French Neoclassical sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741–1828), circa 1900. Washington is de...

A Set of Four 19th Century French Patinated Bronze Marble Mounted Busts of Philosophers. The stunning patina adorning each bust accentuates the intricate facial expressions, breath...

Modeled after the original found at Pompeii.

Italian neoclassic style cast bronze Poseidon bust with black metal stand (19th century).

An 18th century Venus de’ Medici bronze bust, mounted on a later 19th century marble base. It has a beautiful rich slightly worn dark brown patina. Venus...

Bronze bust of Grecian woman wearing helmet on square shaped base (French 19th Cent)

Antique 19th century French patinated bronze bust of Ariadne retailed by Tiffany & Co. Beautiful Grand Tour model mounted on a gilt bronze and rouge marble plinth. Marked Tiffany & Co. with inventory number. The Antinous bust based on the Lansdown Antinous marble found at Hadrian’s Villa...

In centuries past, lucky artists were ennobled after mastering their craft and achieving renown, but Baron Marochetti had been born into the noblility before he proved his mettle as ...

This neoclassical bronze bust of Hermes is cast in bronze and depicts a section of the iconic ‘Hermes of Praxiteles’ statue by famed sculptor of the classical era, Praxiteles. Also referred to as ‘Hermes Carrying the Infant Dionysus’, the original is crafted in marble and portrays God of Greek mythology Hermes standing with the baby God Dionysus. This bronze Hermes bust is a part reproduction of this iconic statue, depicting Hermes’ head, shoulders and upper torso in exceptional detail with muscular proportions and curled locks. The hand of Dionysus can be seen on the shoulder. The bronze stands on decorative socle with an engraving on the reverse that reads: Aktiengesellschaft Vorm H Gladenbeck u Sohn Bildgiesserei Hermes and the Infant Dionysus The original Hermes statue in marble, on which this plaster bust is based, resides at the Archaeological Museum of Olympia in Greece. In the full statue, Hermes right...

A very fine bronze sculpture / model of Molière seated by Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887). France, circa 1870. Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse was a French sculptor. Carri...

Discover the compelling beauty of abstract form with this vintage bronze sculpture depicting a woman's head. Crafted from bronze, the sculpture features striking, faceted planes and ...

An antique bronze Neoclassical bust of Menelaus after the antique. This handsome sculpture is depicted looking to the right with his helmet raised over his waved hair and curling bea...

After Giambologna - Scultura, grande gruppo scultoreo "Il ratto delle Sabine" - 120 cm - Bronzo (dorato), Bronzo (patinato) - XX secolo.

A beautiful and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period ormolu, patinated bronze and Rouge Griotte marble bust of a young lady. The bust is raised by a squ...

This charming sculpture of a young woman is the work of the accomplished Italian-born sculptor, Affortunato Gory (1895-1925). Gory is best-known for his sculptures of women and child...

A striking French 19th century Louis XVI style patinated bronze and ormolu bust of Menelaus. The bust is raised by a square ormolu base below a fine mottled socle pedestal. The richl...

Channel the grandeur of antiquity with this striking vintage patinated bronze bust, historically interpreted as a representation of Alexander the Great. This heroic sculpture capture...

A patinated bronze sculpture bust of American president Abraham Lincoln by Hans Muller, 1873 to 1937, an Austrian sculptor. Circa 1890 to 1930. The well-detailed bust depicts the pre...

Fine and very detailed patinated bronze bust of a Roman or Greek nobleman. 88 lbs.

This bronze portrait bust features an integrated flared chest-and-shoulder base designed for tabletop or pedestal display. Functions as an artistic statement piece for a bookshelf, m...

Art Deco Bronze Bust of a man LE RHONE by André César Vermare (1920) An impressive Art Deco bronze bust of a man, titled Le Rhône, created by renowned French sculptor André César Ver...

Impressive patinated bronze bust, signed “Arles”, produced in a distinguished Neapolitan workshop during the 1950s. Combining classical inspiration with the exceptional bronze-castin...

A large patinated bronze bust of a Venetian nobleman signed De Gallatin/ L. Meissner. fudit. Venetian nobleman were men who live in the foreground of Venetian society, wield their po...

A cast bronze bust of a woman, signed by the artist and bearing the foundry mark Cire M. Pastori Perdue. Dating to the mid-20th century, the sculpture rises 19 inches high, its head ...

A very fine museum quality Italian 19th-20th century life-size marble sculpture titled "Searching for Love" by Vito Pardo (Italian, born in Venice in 1872) Depicting a semi-nude life...

Striking Buddha head having meticulously detailed bronze bust and beautifully grained wooden base.

Gilt bronze and silver plated bust of Diana, 20th century, Napoleon III style Early 20th century gilt bronze and silver-plated bust of Diana, Napoleon III style. Dimensions : h: 37...

Bronze sculpture of female nude, not signed. Measures: Height 18 cm. Width 21 cm. Depth 22 cm. Weight 3 kg.

GUSTAVE VAERENBERGH (1873-1927) Bust in Alabaster and Gilt Bronze "JEANNE D'ARC" (end 19th century-early 20th century) - THE WORK: The alabaster and gilt bronze bust of Joan of A...

Up for sale is a small bronze sculpture by Renowned Mexican artist Glenda Hecksher's "Marta" -- the bronze depicts an indigenous woman sitting cross-legged wrapped with a rebozo carr...

Antique bronze bust of a smiling child by Jean Antoine Injalbert. Foundry mark Siot Decauville Paris, Numbered. France 1900. Bronze, patinated. Belgian red marble base. Jean Anto...

Bronze sculpture on black marble base depicting a young boy holding some pots. Engraved signature of the artist. Manufactured in Italy, early 20th century.

Bronze bust mounted on travertine marble base by Sabin Howard, 2005. Signed, numbered 7/12. Sabin Howard is a classical figurative sculptor based in New York City with a studio in the Bronx. he is a board member of the national Sculpture Society. His work has been shown at numerous solo and group shows. he is the sculptor for a project entitled "The Weight of Sacrifice" that is one of five finalists for the World War I Memorial in Pershing Park, Washington D.C.. His notable works include the recent national WWI memorial sculpture. Howard is the creator of the large-scale pieces Hermes, Aphrodite, and Apollo, as well as many smaller pieces. His Works are owned by private collectors and museums including The Mount, Edith Wharton's home. Art critic James Cooper...

Nègre du Soudan bronze bust with marble base after Charles Henri-Joseph. Made in France, c. 1860's. Dimensions: 39"H x 24"W x 13"D

2 Beautiful Benin Bronze Heads Lost-wax Casting These are beautiful large pieces they are well cast using the traditional lost-wax technique they ar...

J.C. Marin Bronze "Jeune Femme Couronnée De Fleurs " 19th-Century Wear consistent with age and use Antique - Sculpture - decoration Beautiful patinated bronze test after Joseph Cha...

Model Nude Archer mounted sculpture bust bronze stone base Art Deco antiques CA . Excellent color and details decorative Sculpture on a desk as garniture on a mantle fireplace, on a ...

An Exceptional Antique French 1st Empire Period Dore Bronze Grouping of Lovers, Attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire a Paris. Exceptionally cast, hand-chiseled and further burnished and matted with two-tone gold, this dore bronze grouping of two neoclassical lovers is of the upmost quality and craftsmanship. As Pierre-Philippe Thomire is regarded as one of the greatest bronzier's of the late 18th century and early 19th century, this dore bronze piece could only be made by someone with his artistic talents. The lovers are seen with the man seated on a cushioned bench with tasseled...

Sign: Aktien-Gesellschaft Gladenbeck was a foundry located in Berlin, Germany, that operated from 1851 until 1926. During the 75-year period when the foundry was in operation it was...

Laurence Scarfe (1914-1993) Bronze Sculptures of Male Swimmers. This charming set of five bronzes show a group of swimmers in varying poses. Crafted...

Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon Bronze sculpture representing Diana the huntress after Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). In Roman myth...

Symbol of strength and energy, this horse head sculpture combines ancient heritage with a modern sensibility. Rich in details, it showcases a def...