Pair of Early 19th Century Carved Walnut and Fruitwood Busts of Turkish Nobles

A fine pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze, ormolu and Gris St. Anne marble statuettes of Nicolas Catinat and the Count of Tour...

A charming and high quality pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Onyx and patinated Bronze busts. These wonderful Bronze busts depict 'Jean qui rit et Jean qui pleure' Jean who ...

A charming true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated Bronze and Black Belgium marble statues. Each most elegant statue is raised by a circular Black Belgium marble bas...

An exceptional true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze, ormolu and Black Belgian marble statuettes of Apollo and Daphne. Each ...

Pair of late 19th century Terracotta Busts featuring Orientalist figures, both busts wearing a headscarf and a necklace.

Of mid brown patina with gilt highlights, the figures each signed 'A. Garella' and dated '1887', and with the foundry inscription 'Flli Galli / Firenze', Desdemona also inscribed 'Pr...

Pair of Orientalist bronze busts by Cordier, 1861 French, 1861 Man: Height 42cm, width 32cm, depth 18cm Woman: Height 40cm, width 26cm, depth 16cm This impressive pair of bronze busts were made by the renowned French sculptor Charles-Henri-Joseph Cordier (1827-1905). Known for his Orientalist works in bronze and marble, Cordier gained inspiration from his visits to Algeria. The male figure of this pair is after a study made during one of these visits. The figures form a wonderfully contrasting pair. The male bust wears a more sombre, downturned expression, whilst the female smiles almost sleepily. Both faces are expertly carved to achieve a human likeness, and the two figures are similarly dressed in embellished shirts and robes. The patination is exceptional throughout, providing light and shade to the facial features and garments. Gilding can also be seen on the woman’s earring...

Pair of 19th Century French Busts