Items Similar to 19th Century French Bronze "Volontaire de 92" on Marble Base Signed P. Choppin
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 21
19th Century French Bronze "Volontaire de 92" on Marble Base Signed P. Choppin
About the Item
Decorate a man's desk, an office or a study with this elegant antique bronze figure. Hand crafted in France circa 1880, and titled "Volontaire de 92" ( A Call to Arms of 1792 in English), the large sculpture stands on a separate double deck variegated beige marble base from later addition, with attached cartouche; the tall figure depicts a young French revolutionary fighter musketeer preparing to storm the Tuileries Palace in Paris. The two-piece sculpture is in excellent condition and adorns a beautiful patinated bronze finish.
Paul-François Choppin (1856-1937), was a French sculptor, born in Auteuil on 26 February 1856. He lost his hearing at the age of two and remained deaf and mute throughout his life. He studied at the National Institution for deaf-mutes in Paris, at the National School of Decorative Arts and then at the National School of Fine Arts. In 1904, he married Marie Célina Reuché, a miniaturist painter. A pupil of François Jouffroy and Alexandre Falguière, he started at the Salon des Artistes Français in 1877, of which he became a member in 1886. He presented his Volunteer project three times at the Salon, first in 1888 under the title A winner of the Bastille, then at the Universal Exhibition of 1889: A Volunteer of 92, and finally in 1898: A Enrolled in 1792. Choppin exhibited at the Salon until 1923. In 1886 he obtained an honorable mention, then a silver medal in 1888 and he received a bronze medal at the Exposition Universelle (1889). Choppin worked as an art teacher in Paris, where the deaf artist Douglas Tilden was his pupil in the late 1880s. Choppin died in Paris on 13 June 1937. Listed in the Benezit (see last picture).
14"W x 13"D x 25.35"H
- Dimensions:Height: 25.25 in (64.14 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 1986
1stDibs seller since 2012
2,400 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Dallas, TX
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- 19th Century French Marble Base Bronze Sculpture "Escholier" Signed E. PicaultBy Émile Louis PicaultLocated in Dallas, TXThis beautiful antique bronze figure, was created in France, circa 1880. The realistic sculpture, titled on the front: "Escholier, 14eme Siecle", (meaning middle French, 14th century...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Medieval Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsBronze
- 19th Century French Patinated Bronze Dog Sculpture on Grey Marble BaseLocated in Dallas, TXAccessorize 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...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
- 19th Century French Spelter Pointer Dog Sculpture on Marble Base Signed MassonBy Clovis Edmond MassonLocated in Dallas, TXThe antique spelter sculpture was created in France, circa 1870. Set on a rectangular variegated base, the work features an Irish setter poin...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
- 19th Century French Bronze Dog Sculpture on Walnut Base Signed Jules MoigniezBy Jules MoigniezLocated in Dallas, TXThis 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...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
MaterialsBronze
- 19th Century, French Spelter Hunter Figure on Marble BaseBy Hippolyte François MoreauLocated in Dallas, TXDecorate a gentleman's study or office with this antique figure. Sculpted in France, circa 1880, the spelter statue stands on a variegated beige marble base, and depicts a soldier in...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Spelter
- 19th Century French Carved Marble Lion Sculpture Signed P. RuggeriLocated in Dallas, TXDecorate a shelf or a man's office desk with this stately antique marble lion sculpture. Created in Italy circa 1890, and hand carved of variegated...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
MaterialsMarble
You May Also Like
- 19th Century French Bronze Woman's Hand on a Marble BaseLocated in New York, NYThis sculpture, dating back to the 19th century in France, is a striking representation of a woman's hand crafted from bronze. The hand is delicately sculpted to capture the fine det...Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
- French 19th Century Bronze Stallion Sculpture on Marble Base, Signed P.J. MêneBy P.J. MêneLocated in New York, NYThis stunning stylized bronze stallion sculpture was realized in France by the renowned sculptor Pierre-Jules Mêne (1810-1879) in the mid 19th Century....Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Animal Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
- Pair of 19th Century French Bronze Cherubs on Marble BaseLocated in Miami, FLA pair of cast bronze cherubs or putti standing contrapposto on a square red marble base, France, circa late 1800s. Note: These charming cherubic figures were probably used in combi...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
- Bronze Sculpture with Marble Base, Signed Comolera, France, Late 19th CenturyBy Paul ComoleraLocated in Buenos Aires, Buenos AiresBronze sculpture with marble base. Signed Comolera. France, late 19th century.Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Animal Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
- French Empire Bowl on Base in Bronze and Marble 19th centuryBy Europa AntiquesLocated in Madrid, ESFrench Empire Bowl on Base in Bronze and Marble 19th century Bowl on base in bronze and black marble 19th century height: 25 cm. and diameter: 24 cm. very good conditionCategory
Antique 19th Century French Empire Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
- 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Nesting Quail on Marble BaseLocated in Dallas, TX19th century French bronze sculpture of Nesting Quail on marble base will make the perfect decoration for desktop, bookcase, mantel, counter or buffet. It will also make a stunning p...Category
Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Animal Sculptures
MaterialsMarble, Bronze
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Dorothy Thorpe Resin Sculpture
Wooden Boomerang Painted
Basketball Bronze
Christopher Radko Ornaments
African Family Carving Statue
Capodimonte Bisque
Ceramic Jazz Saxophone Player
Giuseppe Cesetti
Gold Lips Sculpture
Sphinx Lion
Indian Tomahawk
Chinese Terracotta Musician
Joseph Duret
Ares Sculpture
Male Sandals
Psyche Revived By Cupids Kiss
Newel Post Figure
Centaur Figurine