French Busts

An exceptional example of a fine pair of chisel cast French Patinated Bronze Figures after Claude Michel Clodion (1738-1814) in very dark brown patination. Mid-19th Century. Firmly a...

A most decorative pair of French early 19th century 1st Empire period patinated wood, giltwood, and faux painted marble bookends/busts. Each bookend is raised by a square mottled bas...

A striking and high quality true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period patinated bronze, ormolu, Rouge Griotte, and black Belgian marble busts attributed to F...

Pair of original Baroque wooden putti / winged cherubs. We were told that they originate from a church in the French Pyrenees. We suppose they are from...

beautifully carved, the serene marble sculpture depicting a young boy bust in similar to the marble bust ​​​​​of a young girl 'La Boudeuse' by the 18th Century French Sculptor

Jean Barnabé Amy (French, 1839-1907) a fine French 19th century dark-brown patinated bronze group titled "Comedia Humana" (Human Comedy - Comedie Huma...

Superb and large bust in Carrara marble representing Marie-Antoinette. This bust is in very good condition. Unsigned. Dimensions Height 81cm Width 47cm Depth 25cm

cast in white bisque porcelain by the Sevres company and depicting Alexandre Brongiart as a boy, after sculptor Jean Antoine Houdon, the original having been sculpted in the late 18t...

Late 19th century french bronze bust seal of Jeanne d´Arc wearing armor by Edmond-Henri Becker By: Edmond-Henri Becker Material: bronze, copper, metal Technique: cast, molded, patin...

African-Style Wooden Sculpture of a Woman with Ritual Headdress – France, 20th Century Description: This is a sculpture in carved wood, made in France during the 20th century, in th...

A serene contemporary French crystal figural bust statue/sculpture titled “Buddha” designed by Roy Adzak for the studio of Daum. Etched signature from Daum and Roy Adzak with an ann...

This large bust, depicting the Countess du Barry, was made after the 18th century original by Augustin Pajou. It is in the Louvre collection. He was ...

Beautiful female mannequin hat stand made from plaster. It was used to be displayed at a shopcounter or vitrine. Comes from a lot acquired from ...

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...

Elegant carved wooden female bust dating from the Louis XIV period (late 17th – early 18th century). This decorative work depicts a young woman wearing a veil that falls gracefully o...

Vadim Androusov (1895-1975) sculpture of the head of a boy on a stained black wood plinth, signed and dated 3.9.47 Provenance: From an apartment in Toulouse decorated by Andre Arbu...

This exquisite bronze bust, signed by the renowned French sculptor Mathurin Moreau (1822–1912), is a captivating example of 19th century French decorative art. Cast with exceptional ...

Dimensions - H: 6 1/2in W: 3 1/4in D: 2 3/4in This French Nouveau Style Bronze Bust On Marble Base of Lady Signed J. Garnier is truly a lo...

A very fine French Sevres biscuit (Bisc) porcelain figure of a recumbent nude lady titled "Le Repos" after a model by Alfred Boucher (French, 1850-1934) Sensually depicting a young w...

1920s Art Déco patinated bronze bust of a young man with marble base by Italian sculptor Amadeo Gennarelli, France By: Amadeo Gennarelli Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal, marble...

This handsome bronze portrait bust of Jean Jacques Rousseau (1712–1778) stands 22cm high, and is mounted on a plinth made from slabs of yellow Siena marble, quarried from Monte Arrenti near Sovicille in central Italy. The bronze, dating from the Restauration period, has mellowed with age and acquired a fine brown patina, which adds to its wonderful character. Rousseau, the famous French-Swiss social philosopher and moralist is depicted in the sculpture wearing the fur turban...

19 century French Finely cast Gilt bronze bust of a child mounted on round marble plinth, exquisitely modeled and cast after the original model by the French master, Emile Guillemi...

Presenting a beautiful 19th century French white alabaster bust of lady in Bonnet. From circa 1880, this bust is gorgeous in it’s detail and subject matter. Made in probably, Franc...

An elegant and high quality French 19th century patinated Bronze and Oak bust signed Cesar Ceribelli, Paris. This charming statue of a young Gypsy girl is raised on a square Oak base with cut corners and mottled edges. Above is the stunning bust of a young woman wearing a pleated blouse and intricately details headscarf. She is adorned with medallions and wears a richly detailed necklace with a scarab at the center. All original rich and warm patina throughout. César Ceribelli...

More information coming soon… Hand-carved circa 1900, this pair of French busts has a rich, light brown patina, typical of pine wood. The busts depict a smiling boy in a cap and sc...

FERNAND CIANCIANI called FERNAND CIAN Italy/France, 1889-1954 "Comtesse D'Artois, Maria Theresa of Savoy" Executed in the first quarter of the 20th century Signed "Fernand Cian 177...

Art Nouveau gold patinated bronze bust sculpture from the 20th century. This bronze bust represents a young woman with softly modeled features and a flowing, asymmetrical composition...

Polychromed cast aluminium “Art Nouveau” bust of a young woman dressed in a ruffled bustier. Entitled “Strawberries with Champagne”, it is signed on the left side with the sculptor...

A lovely gilt bronze bust depicting an elegant young lady, with fashionable frilled bonnet, finely draped clothing and a serene expression. Mounted on a deep blue porcelain and bronz...

Porcelain biscuit bust of Brutus, (Marcus Junius Brutus, son of Emperor Cesar), set on its deep blue porcelain base enhanced with fine gold line...

19th century Marble Bust Of A Young Girl in a graceful pose. The bust embodies the neoclassical ideals of the era, capturing the both youthful beautiful and refined elegance. The sol...

Small antique gilded French bronze bust by Rene de Saint-Marceaux Named and marked E. Polo and dated 1897 This small gilded bronze is a bust of a child signed D. St. Rene for Ren...

This sculpture is in solid wood. Hand carved by a french artist in the 1950's Brown Color. Made in Oak

Sculpture depicting a Greek man in clothing, made of cast iron, early 20th century. Early 20th-century sculpture in the Greco-Roman style, made of cast iron, depicting a Greek man i...

Sculpture by Nelson, Art Nouveau Woman, circa 1900 in Electroplating. Art Nouveau period sculpture, circa 1900, by Nelson in Electroplating. H: 63cm, W:43cm, D:26cm Contact us befo...

This decorative torso with an antique bronze finish is a striking sculptural piece that brings classical elegance to any sophisticated interior setting. The masculine silhouette is r...

19TH CENTURY Merchant's SILK TORSO SCULPTURE, Wall hanging Found in Paris A lovely, unique wall sculpture - repurposed merchant display with wonderful coloration. a special decorat...

Bronze Bust of German Poet and Philosopher Friedrich Schiller by F. Barbedienne Foundry in France. This figure is portrayed with softly modeled features, flowing shoulder-length hair...

This large French cherub or cupid statue from the 1800’s is made from plaster that has been tinted to mimic the natural color of terra cotta. The figure ...

French modern marble portrait bust of a lady, by L. Cordonnier, '51 A serene carved marble portrait bust of a young lady with braided hair looking downwards. Signed L. Cordonnier,...

A 19th Century set of orientalist busts vividly hand crafted in terra cotta clay, in good condition. These detailed antique French busts are execut...

French Victorian small bronze bust of soldier on round shaped green marble base

A bust of a young child. A happy expression.

A superb, finely cast and well-patinated pair of French bronze busts representing Jean Racine and Pierre Corneille, two of the most celebrated dramatists of the 17th century. Each bu...

Stylish example of a pair of heavy well cast Grand Tour bronze seated figures of two amorino (infant cupid or cherub) probably of French origin, early nineteenth century. Each fig...

Sculpture of the bust represents Hermes, son of Zeus and messenger of the gods. It is a fragment of a statue from the Imperial period, probably created around 350 BC. Material: Resi...

A fine quality late 19th Century patinated bronze sculpture entitled 'The Breeze' by Auguste Moreau. Auguste Moreau (1834 – 1917) was a French sculptor born in Dijon. The third and ...

Add elegance and charm to your interior with this Art Nouveau bronze bust of a boy, signed by the renowned French artist Auguste Moreau. Each detail of the sculpture reflects the del...

Captivating late 19th century French bronze bust of a beautiful woman, enhanced by the variegated rich brown patination and excellent tactile surface detail, raised on an integral bronze base with raised title to the fore. Signed ?E Villanis and further raised on a breche griotte stepped and shaped marble plinth ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 33 cm Width: 16 cm Depth: 11 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition circa: 1890 Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Emmanuel Villanis by Josje Hortulanus-de Mik Page No: 17 SKU: 8616 ABOUT Puccini's Opera - La Bohème SYNOPSIS - A group of friends are living a Bohemian life in Paris and trying to make their livings creating art. Rodolfo, the writer, falls in love with the seamstress, Mimi, while Marcello, the painter, and Musetta, the singer, are the on-and-off-again couple by their sides. When the four are happy, they spend their time celebrating life and love. However, Mimi is revealed to be very ill, and Rodolfo struggles to come to terms with the fact that she will inevitably die. Rodolfo and Mimi break up, and months later, Musetta discovers Mimi extremely sick and close to death. She brings Mimi to Rodolfo and Marcello's apartment. Rodolfo immediately takes her in and tries to nurse her back to health, but he is too late. Almost as soon as the two are reunited and have professed their love for one another, Mimi succumbs to her illness and dies. 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...

An antique statuary by L. Hollot French Sculpturor ( 1836 – 1897 ) representing a standing noble man with umbrella, in good condition. Created of Zamak with a very detailed craftsmenship and details. The sculpture is positioned onto a hand carved limestone pedestal...

FERNAND CIANCIANI called FERNAND CIAN Italy/France, 1889-1954 "Comte d'Artois (later Charles X, King of France)" Executed in the first quarter of the 20th century Signed "Fernand C...

An enchanting 19th century French patinated bronze bust of a young girl, circa 1860.

Charming cement bust of a child, imbued with a poetic and timeless presence. This decorative sculpture captivates with the softness of its features and the gentle expression of the ...

Likely French, 19th century. An antique Art Nouveau era carved marble bust of a young lady. The marble presents very well and shows the true craftsmanship of the era. Signed to the ...

Pair of French Victorian bronze busts of laughing & crying babies on round black marble pedestal bases.

A fine French 19th century patinated spelter bust figure of a young wearing a head scarf. The young lady, in a brown-copper patina, posing with a right-side gaze and wearing a beaded...

An exceptionally fine quality highly detailed carved Alabaster portrait figure sculpture bust of an elegant lady wearing a bonnet. Last quarter of the Nineteenth century, possibly of...

A stunning French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze and ormolu bust, signed H. DUMAICE. The bust is raised by a square patinated bronze base with the inscription ROSE de MA...

19th Century French Plaster Bust. Offered is a large scale French plaster bust of a handsome noble male.

19th century hand carved gold gilt cherub/putti fragment A high-quality hand carved 19th century gold gilt paint over sectioned pine example. This wonderful piece details realistic human features, which suggests it was carved for a special interior section of sorts. Likely to have been part of a larger collective at some point. It would look delightful and highly decorative positioned over a doorway entrance. Size in inches: H 10” x W 15” x D 5” Origin: France Material: Pine Date: 1850 - 1880 Completely solid in structure and form without any breaks. Detail loss across the painted surface as shown. We sell antique...