Bronze Busts

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

Ernest Rancoulet (French, 1870-1915) "Dona Sol", Patinated Bronze and Rouge Griotte Marble Portrait Bust, late 19th century, depicting a Spanish Noblewoman in 16th century costume, s...

A 19th century bronze bust of Cicero by Jacques Perrin. This Neoclassical sculpture is pleasingly modelled, showing the sitter in a nude and peaceful state. Cicero (106 BC–43 BC) kn...

A fine patinated bronze bust of a French nobleman by French sculptor Ernest Rancoulet (1870-1915). Rancoulet was born in Bordeaux, France and was best known for his Neoclassical bron...

Nice bronze sculpture representing a young girl portrait, with a marble bottom. Its creator, Attilio Torresini, was an Italian sculptor, who learned the marble art from the marble...

DETAILS Signed and foundry mark on back. DIMENSIONS Height: 4-15/16 inches Width: 2-5/16 inches Depth: 2.25 inches ABOUT THE SCULPTURE This portrait bust is of Nelly Faner, famous burlesque dancer at the turn of the XX Century Paris. ABOUT THE SCULPTORE Emmanuel Villdnis (French, 1858 – 1914) was born to Italian parents in France, in 1858. He moved with the family to Piedmont, Italy, in March 1861; after the proclamation of the Kingdom of Italy. Known in Italy as Villani, he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts Albertina in Turin from 1871 to 1880 alongside master-sculptor Odoardo Tabacchi. When Villanis graduated, he exhibited his first works in cities across Italy, notably his bust ‘Alda’ in Milan, in 1881. Villanis returned to France in 1885, living and working in the Montmartre district of Paris and didn’t leave Montmartre until his death on August 28th 1914. Villanis specialised in female bronze busts...

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 ...

Set of Four Bronze Female Allegorical Busts on Marble Plinths. This is an elegant set of four bronze female neoclassical busts. each bust portrays a youthful woman adorned with indiv...

A striking French 19th century patinated bronze bust of Napoleon, after a model by Antonio Canova. The bust is raised by a square base where the inscription Canova is displayed at th...

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...

A pair of Antique busts of the French philosophers Rousseau and Voltaire. Unusually although from fairly standard portraits the busts appear to be English rather than French as they ...

A handsome and richly chased French 19th century Verdigris bronze bust of Napoleon, modeled after Canova. This wonderful patinated Bronze bust is raised on a square base displaying t...

Bronze bust on yellow marble socle.

Refined bronze bust of the Greek goddess Athena, cast in the 20th century by the renowned Fonderia Chiurazzi of Naples. Known for their exceptional reproductions of classical antiqui...

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...

A superb French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze bust of Diana the Huntress, signed HOUDON and SUSSE Frères. The bust is raised by ...

Dimensions - H: 19 1/4 in W: 20 in D: 8 in This exceptional late 19th-century French bronze sculpture by the renowned artist Auguste Moreau (1834–1917) presents an elegant and powe...

Dancer by Demétre Chiparus 1886 - 1947 Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base. Signed "D. H. Chiparus". Measures: 66 cms. alt. without base 55, and 22cm aroung...

The name of the artist and the date, "Arno Breker 1974-75," are incised on Dali's neck, indicating the period during which Breker sculpted Dali from life. On the back of the neck, yo...

French bronze bust of a woman after Jean-Antoine Houdon French, late 19th Century Height 60cm, width 26cm, depth 22cm This superb patinated bro...

A Rare Bronze Bust of King George IV, Retailed by Rundell, Bridge and Rundell c.1821 Literature Bronze busts of this model are discussed by Christopher Hartop in Royal Goldsmiths:...

Pierre-Jean de Béranger (1780–1857) was a popular French poet and songwriter known for his witty, satirical songs. Writing in simple, memorable verse, he captured the voice of ordina...

Vintage bust or sculpture features female head in unlacquered bronze, screw mounted on black patinated or ebonized wooden plinth. The sculpture is unmarked and is missing the paper s...

An chiselled and black-patinated bronze bust depicting a Roman emperor or general dressed with a chlamys held in place by a rosette clasp. It rests on a pedestal of red-veined Ran...

Description Bronze bust of Caracalla, second half of the 20th century, private collection, Italy. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND SHIPPING INFORMATION CAN BE REQUEST BY...

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...

An Incredible and Large Gilt and Patinated Bronze Group of Gloria Victis, a Winged Figure of Victory with a Fallen Warrior. This incredible bronze piece was cast after a model by Maarius-Jean-Antonin Mercié, This model is signed 'F. BARBEDIENNE FONDEUR PARIS' demonstrating that it was cast by Ferdinand Barbedienne's foundry, the best bronzier of the 19th century. The base is further signed 'A. Mercie' and stamped 'Réduction Mécanique' with an inscription of '659'. The figure is mounted on a Belgian noir marble base with various stepped edges. Gloria Victis is one the most well-known and important bronze casts of the 19th Century. The quality of this particular model is absolutely incredible and all the marking indicate that this particular piece is one of the finest produced by the Foundry. A student of Jouffroy and de Falguière at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts, Marius-Jean-Antonin Mercié (1845-1916) won the Grand Prix de Rome at 23 years old with his work Thésée vainqueur du Minotaure. In 1872, he sent the plaster model of his work David vainqueur to the Salon, for which he won the first class medal. At the same time, he received La croix de la Légion d'honneur at the Villa Medici. His return to Paris, in 1874, issued in a long and brilliant career with numerous commissions, notably the monuments for Louis-Philippe and Queen Marie-Amélie for the Royal Chapel at Dreux (1886). By the age of 30 Mercié was already very well-known and his Gloria Victis received resounding success when it was exhibited at the Salon, in 1874 (in plaster) and in 1875 (in bronze). This work exalted the heroism and the patriotic sentiments aroused by the disasters of 1870. His predilection for patriotic subjects is shown in many of his works such as Quand même...

A Pair of Grand Tour Period 18th C. Italian Roman Busts of Emperors Domitian and Nerva. These busts depict the Roman Emperors Domitian and Nerva, and demonstrate finely cast and han...

Work done by Italian sculptor. In cast bronze, chiselled and original patination. Signed: Rogelio Gonzalez Roberts, Firenze, Italy.

A pair of late 18th century Italian bronze busts of Roman emperors on their original white marble plinths

"Miarka" by Emmanuel Villanis £2,350 Payments over 3, 6, or 12 months with Learn more ADD TO BASKET Buy with More payment options Attractive late 19th Century French Art Nouveau bronze bust of a young beauty wearing a head scarf decorated with medallions, exhibiting good hand finished surface detail and rich brown and ochre patina, raised on integral base with raised title, signed E Villanis. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 21 cm Width: 14 cm Depth: 8 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1890 Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Emmanuel Villanis by J Hortulanus-de Mik Page No: 16 SKU: 9605 ABOUT Villanis Miarka Emmanuel Villanis (1858–1914) was an Italian-born sculptor who became one of the most distinctive figures of late 19th-century French decorative sculpture. Born in Lille to Italian parents, he trained in Italy before moving to Paris, where he established his career during the Belle Époque. Villanis specialised in elegant busts of idealised female figures, often depicting allegorical or poetic subjects such as La Bohémienne, Salomé, or Cléo de Mérode. His work is characterised by refined modelling, expressive faces, and flowing, often highly stylised hair and drapery, reflecting both Art Nouveau influences and a strong sense of theatricality. He exhibited regularly at the Paris Salon from the 1880s onward, gaining recognition for his graceful compositions and accessible appeal. Many of his sculptures were cast in bronze by leading foundries and produced in editions, making them popular among collectors of the period. Today, Villanis’ bronzes...

Dancer by Demétre Chiparus 1886 - 1947 Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base. Signed "D. H. Chiparus". Measures: 52 cms. alt. total and 17 cms. diam. base Good condition. Demétre Haralamb Chiparus was a Romanian Art Deco era sculptor who lived and worked in Paris, France. He was one of the most important sculptors of the Art Deco era. Sculptures of Chiparus represent the classical manifestation of Art Deco style in decorative bronze and ivory sculpture...

A bronze head by French sculptor Lucien Lafaye (1896–1975), cast in an antique foundry process and bearing a rich, nuanced brown patina. The work depicts a slightly shouldered head i...

Bust of Beethoven in lost wax bronze with very dark brown patina. Signed Alfredo PINA and bears the founder's stamp "J. Pannini - Lost wax - Paris". It is in very good condition. Di...

Although the first American President has been much portrayed in paint and bronze; I have not been successful in locating another bronze on which this is based. He is dressed as General Washington...

Mid-century , patinated, cast, solid bronze bust of a Greek God mounted on a polished marble base.

A French Patinated Bronze Bust of Jesus Christ, Circa 1858, Signed J. Clesinger, Rome 1858 & F. Barbedienne Fondeur This French bronze bust of Jesus Christ, crafted circa 1858, stan...

Roman Dancer by Claire Jeanne Roberte Colinet 1880 - 1950 Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base. Signed "C.L.J.R Colinet Measures: height 38cm (47 with base...

Stunning antique Tibetan/That bronze/brass temple Buddha bust head sculpture mounted on a lucite base. Center mounting rod is also brass. Wonderful patina and displays well. Buddha h...

A pretty early 20th Century patinated and gilt bronze study of the bust of a young woman rising from the centre of a flower wearing a flower headdress, the bronze with good variegate...

Bronze "Female Torso" by the Artist Alexander Archipenko (1887-1964) Cast Bronze in the Classicisim form of Cubism. Originals housed in the Metropolitan Museum NYC Slight wear scr...

Grand Tour Style bronze bust of Clytie, after the antique, the nymph with downcast face and scantily draped, cupped in a large flower. Raised on a 6" sq...

Albert Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887) "Allegory". French sculpture from the 19th century In rotating gilt bronze. Stands on a marble base. Signed. Alt.: (sculpture) 50.; Height: (t...

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...

Pair of busts of emperor in gilded and patinated bronze, ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND SHIPPING INFORMATION CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL Pair of gilt and pati...

A small Italian Grand Tour bust, circa 1780, depicting a patinated bronze gentleman in neoclassical dress upon a contrasting marble plinth. Onc...

Dancer by Demétre Chiparus 1886 - 1947 Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base. Signed "D. H. Chiparus". Measures: 56cms. alt. total and 19 cms. diam. base ( 22.04 x 7.48 ) inches Excellent condition. Demétre Haralamb Chiparus was a Romanian Art Deco era sculptor who lived and worked in Paris, France. He was one of the most important sculptors of the Art Deco era. Sculptures of Chiparus represent the classical manifestation of Art Deco style in decorative bronze and ivory sculpture. Traditionally, four factors influenced his creative activity *the Russian Ballets of Serge Diaghilev's, Nijinsky and Rubinstein *ancient Egyptian art, *French theatre, music halls and cabarets *Early motion pictures and fashion magazines with dancers, stars and models Which made him create figures with a long, slender, stylized appearance. like the faces of “Persian Dance” and the dress in “Starfish Girl” exactly reproduces the sketch for Goldfish's dress from the ballet “Underwater kingdom” by Lev Annensky. After the tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered in 1922, the art of ancient Egypt...

Grand Tour bronze bust of Moses after the marble original by Michelangelo. Mounted on a Sienna marble socle base. Signed Otto Muller. Karsruhle. Germany circa 1890. Beautifully cast...

A very handsome pair of French 19th century Egyptian Revival st. busts of Ramses the II and his wife Isis, signed by Pierre-Eugène-Émile Hébert. Each is raised on a black Belgian marble base with ormolu trim and etched eagle design on the front, accented with ormolu details. Rouge Griotte marble borders the top and bottom of central column which has a similar design gilt-etched below the names Isis and Ramses. Above are the impeccably carved patinated bronze busts of the Pharaoh and his wife with wonderful expressions accented with finely chased ormolu head dress, wide necklaces and scepters. Ramses II, also known as Ramesses the Great, is regarded as the greatest, most celebrated and most powerful pharaoh of the Egyptian Empire...

After Joseph Nollekens. A BRONZE PORTRAIT BUST OF WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER (1759-1806), EARLY 19TH CENTURY.

Bronze sculpture of Christ by Eugène Marioton, French famous sculpturer (Paris 1857-1933) This artwork dates around about 1900, and is made in ca...

Roman Dancer by Claire Jeanne Roberte Colinet 1880 - 1950 Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base. Signed "C.L.J.R Colinet Measures: height 45cm (54 with base...

An elegant and most charming pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu busts of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. This stunning pair are raised on hexagon s...

A finely proportioned near life size bronze nude torso exhibiting a fine reddish / brown patina and supported on it's detachable base signed with the artists monogram. In very good overall condition and priced competitively in comparison to similar examples in the marketplace. George Foster is a member of the highly regarded Sculptors Society of Canada (SSC) and has exhibited at several prestigious international venues including the Smithsonian in Washington DC, The Canadian National Museum in Ottawa and The Museum of Fine Arts in Montreal. Among his many commissions was the casting of the ‘Nellie’ - the annual ACTRA Awards...

Pipe Smoking Man figure early 20th century Art Nouveau Hans Müller bronze bust, a lovely dark patina figurative sculpture on marble base, signed on the lef...

Stunning Example of a Neoclassical Bronze Portrait Plaque, superbly cast in high relief, complete with its original polished ebony frame surround. Depicting a stunning portrait view ...

Judaic patinated bronze bust depicting Nathan the Wise, Austria, 19th century. Inscribed Dimanche on the back. Original marble base. Similar example depicting Nathan the Wise in his classic pose executed by famous Russian sculptor...

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...

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...

A striking modern bronze sculpture capturing a fluid and surreal interpretation of human connection, with a pair of elongated, intertwining hands rendered in dynamic abstraction. Ech...